Unity through Diversity

About this project

<p>The aim of the proposed project is to provide children and young people with the same opportunity for their social integration into society by focusing on the development of knowledge and talent using extracurricular educational, artistic and sports activities. Within the project, 5 basic activities are planned:</p> <p><br> Activity 1: Development of physical and mental abilities.</p> <p>Activity 2: Increasing employment prospects: the aim of the activity is to support the outlook and competences of children and young people in the region through interesting workshops, excursions and participation in fairs.&nbsp;</p> <p>Activity 3: Improving the infrastructure for working with youth at the community level.</p> <p>Activity 4: Don't trick me, I have my own opinion.&nbsp;</p> <p>Activity 5: I want to study. The aim of the activity is to increase the interest of children and young people in active participation in the educational process, which will result in improved prospects for finding an employment.</p> <p>The proposed project will create new forms of support for access of children and young people from vulnerable environment to a wide range of extracurricular activities and activities aimed at their future profession. regardless of their social status. The efforts of the Applicant to work with project partners will highlight examples of good quality partnerships, will help to develop the competences of those responsible for work with youth and support the emergence of a society that understands the benefits and impact of working with children and young people. It is expected that the experience gained will be applicable not only at the regional but also at the national level.<br> &nbsp;</p>

Bilateral cooperation results

The participation of the donor partner brought significant benefits by introducing new forms of education and supporting extracurricular activities in less-developed regions of Slovakia and Europe. Teachers and youth workers had the opportunity to reflect on their own methods, limitations, and the support provided by leadership. It became clear that municipal leaders and educational institutions are open to adopting innovative ways to support children and youth, particularly in creating opportunities for meaningful leisure activities. However, it remains essential to appropriately reward youth workers, either through further education opportunities or benefits such as sufficient time dedicated to extracurricular activities. On the bilateral level, the project facilitated a valuable exchange of experiences and introduced new approaches to working with youth. These outcomes contributed to enhancing the quality of support for children and youth in the region. Despite the positive outcomes, further bilateral cooperation will not continue, as the donor partner no longer carries out these activities.

Project partners

• Newschool AS Donor project partner· Norway
• Secondary Vocational School of Technology and Science Prakovce Project partner· Slovakia
• Municipality of Mnisek nad Hnilcom Project partner· Slovakia