Hey there! Meet Emma, a 23-year-old who took a chance on COSI’s EPVP 4.1 program in Bucharest, Romania. Living abroad for seven months seemed daunting, but Emma dove in and discovered a world of personal and professional growth. Buna ziua! I’m Emma, 23 years old, and for the past seven months, I lived and volunteered…
Read MoreMeet Mariam, who recently took part in an awesome training course in Murzasichle, Poland, from October 10th to October 17th, 2023. She’s a youth worker with lots of experience and found this training super helpful for her job. The course focused on teaching people how to be great trainers themselves. In this story, Mariam shares…
Read MoreMeet Zhaneta, a 21-year-old fashion designer whose life took a turn when she found an opportunity in Latvia. Despite language challenges, Zhaneta’s motivation secured her a spot, marking the beginning of a transformative journey. In Latvia, she immersed herself in a vibrant community of volunteers, overcoming stress and embracing daily tasks. Working at a DSPC…
Read MoreIn the dynamic landscape of volunteerism and community engagement, Future in Our Hands NGO, based in Latvia, hosted a highly successful European Solidarity Corps (ESC) project from July 2023 to September 2023. This project served as a platform for enthusiastic individuals to contribute to the organization’s mission and gain valuable experiences in various capacities. As…
Read MoreWelcome to an entrepreneurial journey like no other! Our team recently participated in a transformative project designed to empower aspiring entrepreneurs like yourself. This immersive experience, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Czech Republic in November 2023, offered a unique blend of education, collaboration, and hands-on activities to turn your business dreams into reality….
Read MoreIn response to the complex emotional and mental health challenges faced by young people in Ukraine, Armenuhi actively engaged in a seminar dedicated to youth work and mental well-being. Held at the European Youth Centre in Budapest from November 12 to 15, 2023, this gathering brought together youth workers and specialists to delve into the…
Read MoreIn the picturesque city of Strasbourg, 20 musicians embarked on a week-long exploration from October 29 to November 3, blending tradition with technology in a unique music project. Nestled in the Montagne Verte camping site, participants dived into daily topics such as computer-supported music, online composition tools, and the use of informatics in music communication….
Read MoreWelcome to “You Ain’t Scene Nothing Yet,” an inspiring project held in Samobor, Croatia, from October 14th to 22nd, 2023. This initiative brought together five dynamic participants from Croatia, Czechia, North Macedonia, Armenia, and France, along with a dedicated youth leader. Focused on harnessing the creative power of theater, the project aimed to promote social…
Read MoreIn October, an Armenian team participated in the “Power of Volunteering Projects” Erasmus training in Rezekne, Latvia. Focused on enhancing volunteering initiatives, especially within the European Solidarity Corps (ESC), the team included ESC alumni from the Foundation for International Organizations and Hosting (FIOH). The training aimed to elevate project execution, benefiting volunteers, host organizations, and…
Read MoreEmbark on the successful journey of “Greenotes” Training in Strasbourg and Sélestat, France, where 20 musicians converged from October 23rd to 28th, 2023. Beyond musical mastery, this initiative focused on environmental awareness, covering topics from carbon footprint reduction to stress management. Nestled in the green oasis of Strasbourg-Montagne verte, participants, committed to sustainability, enjoyed masterclasses…
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