European Solidarity Corps (ESC) volunteering is often presented as a life-changing experience filled with intercultural exchange, personal growth, and meaningful contribution. And while this can absolutely be true, it is also important to speak honestly about the other side of the journey. ESC is not always easy, smooth, or joyful—and that does not mean it…
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In the days 4-12 December, our Armenian team joined other young people from Germany, Albania, Moldova, Poland, Turkiye and Ukraine on a Youth Exchange in a Germany. This is their success story: 💬The Erasmus+ cultural exchange project, titled “Colorful Palette of Cultures Vol. II – Youth Exchange,” took place in Berlin and was a truly…
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PLAY it BACK!🎭 In the days 16-26 November 2025, participants from 8 countries: France, Italy, Portugal, Romania, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine, gathered in Abovyan, Armenia to take part in a Training Course ‘PLAY it BACK – Playback theatre for the prevention of emotional burnout in youth work’. Playback Theatre is a form of improvisational…
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Safe(r) and Brave(r) Together – Erasmus+ TC On the days 7-15 November, our Armenian team joined Erasmus+ Training Course in Georgia, to explore different ways of building safety in the field of youth work: 💬Before the start of the project, we were wondering if the facilitators would really manage to create a safe environment for…
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Our Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Paris A Story of Learning, Friendship, and Christmas Magic** When we — Laura, Artyom, Margo, Marine, and Gayane — arrived in Paris for our Erasmus+ Youth Exchange, none of us fully knew what to expect. We knew it was about AI, leadership, and digital skills, but the truth is, it…
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From 6 to 13 November 2025, a group of Armenian youth workers took part in the Erasmus+ training course “AI Empowerment in Youth Work” in Cyprus 🇨🇾, together with participants from Italy 🇮🇹, Egypt 🇪🇬, and Romania 🇷🇴. This program offered an unforgettable blend of learning, cultural exchange, and exploration. Throughout the course, we discovered…
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From October 30th to November 6th, we had the unforgettable opportunity to take part in a Youth Exchange set in the breathtaking mountains of Murzasichle. Titled “Discover Culture: Górale,” the project invited us to immerse ourselves in the rich traditions of the region while learning about the diverse cultures of our fellow participants. Young people…
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Participating in the Erasmus+ training course “Let’s Work for Work 5” in Bulgaria was an experience that went far beyond expectations. The program combined practical skill-building with deep personal growth — from CV and cover letter workshops to interview simulations, SWOT analyses, and career planning through mind mapping. Every activity was thoughtfully designed, making the…
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When Sona thinks about her volunteering experience in Romania, she remembers laughter, sunshine, and the joyful chaos of children running everywhere. As part of her project, she organ ized and led summer camps for kids and teenagers — an experience she describes as one of the most rewarding chapters of her life. At first, it…
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Exchange focused on healthy and active lifestyles. 🌍💪Throughout the week, participants took part in sports, outdoor games, creative workshops, and team challenges that promoted movement, balance, and well-being.Beyond staying active, they built strong friendships, shared cultures, and discovered how sports can connect people beyond borders. 🏃♀️🌿The project was a great reminder that being active is…
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