Training Course: "Fostering Inclusion in Youth Work: Empowering Diverse Voices for a Brighter" in Romania

Training Course: "Fostering Inclusion in Youth Work: Empowering Diverse Voices for a Brighter"
22-28 November 2024 | Craiova, Romania

The aim is to promote inclusivity and diversity within the youth sector by equipping youth workers, group leaders, and young participants with the skills, knowledge, and tools to create more inclusive environments.

Objectives:
1.Raise Awareness of Diversity and Inclusion:
To foster understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized and underrepresented youth groups.
To highlight the importance of inclusion and diversity in youth work and its impact on community well-being.
2.Develop Inclusive Practices:
To equip youth workers and leaders with effective strategies and tools to create inclusive programs and activities that cater to diverse groups of young people.
To explore innovative approaches to overcoming barriers that prevent full participation in youth activities.
3.Empower Youth to Advocate for Inclusion:
To provide youth participants with opportunities to engage in discussions and workshops on inclusivity, enabling them to become ambassadors for inclusion within their communities.
To develop leadership and advocacy skills among youth, empowering them to promote inclusive values.
4.Enhance Cross-Cultural Understanding:
To foster intercultural dialogue among participants from diverse backgrounds, encouraging mutual understanding and respect.
To create a safe space for young people to share their experiences and challenges regarding inclusion in their respective communities.
5.Encourage Active Participation of Underrepresented Youth:
To ensure that young people from marginalized communities (e.g., ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ youth, differently-abled youth) are actively engaged in the project and feel a sense of belonging.
To work on strategies for reducing social exclusion and increasing access to opportunities for all youth.
6.Strengthen Collaboration and Networking:
To create a platform for youth workers, leaders, and participants to exchange best practices and collaborate on initiatives promoting inclusion.
To establish a sustainable network of youth inclusion ambassadors who continue