12-15 January 2025 | Cork, Ireland

In a world increasingly marked by conflict and division, the role of young people in fostering peace and development has never been more critical. This training is intended for young individuals aged 18-30 who are new to or have limited experience with Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps projects. It aims to provide information on funding opportunities in Youth Erasmus+ and ESC for young people.

What to Expect:

• Engage in hands-on workshops in music, visual arts, and other creative media to develop skills in using the arts for social change.
• Gain insights into European project opportunities like Erasmus+ Youth Participation and European Solidarity Corps, which support cross-border relationships and contribute to durable peace and future development.
• Participate in facilitated dialogues addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in peacebuilding across various regions and cultures.
• Connect with peers from different countries, share experiences, and collaborate on joint peacebuilding projects.

This training course will provide a safe space to unlock your potential in communicating through the arts and will explore creative forms for enhanced collaboration, acknowledging the need for many peaces. This hands-on training course will combine the power of art with the energy of young visionaries from diverse backgrounds to explore how transnational cooperation can lead to a more peaceful and sustainable future. Build a creative toolkit and learn how to engage collaborative processes like spoken word poetry, rap music, street art and zine making to navigate difficult conversations and bring attention to urgent global issues.