Upcoming events

Erasmus+ TRAINING WORKSHOP
13.-21. July 2024 in Hoher Meißner (Germany)
Available (only) for residents from Italy, Germany and Austria!
This training workshop is the second part of a project that began last summer. Participation does not require knowledge from the first part of the workshop. An update for the newcomers will be provided at the beginning of the workshop.
In this workshop we will reflect about and acquire skills and ideas to bring progress and living perspectives for young people into rural areas. The first activity took place last summer in the Verbania-Ossola area (North-Italy). This year we will meet in Northern Hesse (Germany) in the rural area of Hoher Meißner.
Using creative learning methods and field research we want to exchange about the challenges for young people, which result from the rural exodus, brain drain and overaging of rural villages. Exploitation of nature and a cultural and social decline on the one hand and the growing desire of many young city dwellers for a life close to nature in the countryside on the other hand will be the starting point for our problem investigations and the best practice we will visit. In addition to the beautiful natural surroundings, the Hoher Meißner region is rich in the history of the youth movement and alternative living, working and participation projects that need to be explored.
How can we discover, elaborate and expand practices of social and ecological and sustainable transformation? What is supporting quality of life in the rural areas and how can we contribute to breaking down social and economic barriers and make rural areas more attractive and liveable for young people again? How is youth in rural areas specifically affected by the menace of climate change and environmental protection. Working on these questions we want to enable ourselves to support the creation of inclusive spaces and to promote diversity.
On all these topics we will provide non-formal learning opportunities and best practice social working approaches. We want to learn from each other and together as well as self-reflect and critically analyse our work in our environments.
The participation is free of charge and includes accommodation, food and transportation. It is mainly addressed to youth workers, activists and trainers in non-formal education. Freelancers and people that are interested in this field are welcome as well as people that face discrimination or have fewer opportunities.

The project is closed!

Join  us to experience “Minosia Labyrinth” – Learn and Reflect on Migration and Inclusion!

Are you passionate to learn and understand more about migration and inclusion? Do you want to step into another role and explore these issues from different perspectives? Then join us in last week of November 2024 for a unique EduLARP (Educational Life- Action Roleplay) experience with Minosia Labyrinth, where you’ll engage in thought-provoking, interactive activities designed to foster empathy, reflection, and discussion.

A selection of suitable trainers and youth workers will have the opportunity to get a training opportunity to become facilitator of the method afterwards.

What to Expect:

• Experience Minosia Labyrinth method in a4-day immersive experience where you will learn and reflect on migration and inclusion through role-play and simulation. The game-method provides a powerful tool to explore the complexities of the migration process and encourages participants to challenge their own biases and perspectives.
• Take part in he supporting program to connect you with the topics and the EduLARP approach.

• Facilitating Minosia Labyrinth: Alongside the experience, we’re offering an intensive qualification course to train selected participants on facilitating the Minosia Labyrinth method. This training is perfect for educators, trainers, and those working in social fields looking to incorporate innovative methods into their work.

Why Participate?

• Engage with interactive, non-formal education methods that address critical issues like discrimination, racism and migration.
• Find new opportunities to use within your organisation or professional networks.

• Gain insights into the techniques behind the Minosia approach and connect with an international network of facilitators and implementing organisations.
• Discuss social inclusion and reflect on how the challenges faced in the game mirror real-migrations situations in Europe.

Finding a new way to combat the growing hostility towards migrants

• When? 20.-25. January 2025
• Duration: 4 days training course + 2 travel-days
• Where? Berlin, Germany

• Who can apply? Anyone interested get to know a new approach an learning about migration and inclusion from the partner-countries Germany, Italy, Greece and Spain. Please note that the Minosia Labyrinth method and facilities are not barrier-free, and English language skills are required. INFORMATION: The application list for participants from Italy, Greece and Spain is CLOSED! Further applications from these countries will be deleted without review!

Cost:

• Participation in the project is free. Travel, group-dorm accommodation, and vegan food are covered by the Erasmus+ program of the European Union.* This trauning course is part of the project “Fostering the use of EduLARP methods on migration topics”.

Are you interested to participate? Then fill out (ONLY GERMAN RESIDENTS!)the application form(Link)

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, reflect, and be part of the Minosia approach.

Join us in January – and be ready for a transformative journey

*The data of participants will be delivered to the Erasmus+ funding portal.