Global Sustainability: Empowering Youth for Impact in Europe

Sustainability
Duration:
20 Hours (5 Days)
Language:
English
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Course Overview

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of global sustainability challenges and opportunities. It explores environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainability, focusing on actionable strategies to drive change in communities. The course combines theoretical frameworks with practical tools, empowering learners to develop projects, advocate for sustainable policies, and engage in cross-cultural collaboration. Special attention is given to the European context, including the EU’s Green Deal and sustainability initiatives, preparing participants to be effective agents of change within and beyond Erasmus networks.

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Course Objectives
  • Understand the key challenges and concepts of global and local sustainability.
  • Identify the environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainability.
  • Apply practical strategies to promote sustainability in their communities.
  • Develop projects and initiatives aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Collaborate effectively in intercultural contexts to advance sustainability.
  • Understand European Union policies and initiatives related to sustainable development.
  • Become active agents of change within Erasmus networks and beyond.
Schedule

Module 1: Sustainability Storytelling

  • Learn about the main global sustainability challenges
  • Use videos, podcasts, and timelines to understand the planet’s story
  • Create digital stories linking global issues to your community

Module 2: Europe’s Green Deal

  • Understand key EU sustainability policies
  • Participate in games and simulations that show real policy decisions
  • Identify how these policies impact your local community

Module 3: Innovation for a Sustainable Future

  • Learn design thinking to create innovative solutions
  • Develop and test ideas with digital tools and teamwork
  • Discover real-life success stories in sustainable innovation

Module 4: Youth Sustainability Network

  • Collaborate with young people from other European countries on joint projects
  • Improve intercultural communication and teamwork
  • Organize online campaigns to raise awareness

Module 5: From Ideas to Simple Actions

  • Learn how to plan small, achievable sustainability projects
  • Identify available local resources and partners
  • Set clear, manageable goals and simple steps to follow
  • Use basic tools to track progress and impact
  • Share your project outcomes with peers for support and inspiration

Module 6: Digital Activism and Communication

  • Learn to use social media to promote sustainability
  • Create digital content like videos, infographics, and blogs
  • Communicate ethically and fight misinformation

Module 7: Skills for Sustainable Leaders

  • Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills focused on sustainability
  • Learn about modern technologies that support sustainable development
  • Strengthen leadership, teamwork, and resilience skills

Module 8: Final Project – Impact in Your Community

  • Choose a sustainability problem in your area
  • Create a clear and detailed action plan to solve it
  • Implement the project and record the results
  • Share your experience at an online youth conference

 

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Price

Each quotation is personalized and depends on several factors, such as the number of participants, the number of training hours, the location of the course, and any additional services requested.
The training can be funded through programs such as Erasmus+ (KA1 – Learning Mobility), among other European support mechanisms. For more information about funding, participants should contact their sending organization or their country’s National Agency directly.

Important Info

Certificate

A Certificate of Participation is awarded to participants who attend at least 80% of the sessions and demonstrate consistent engagement and commitment throughout the training.

Schedule

The time of classes, whether in the morning or afternoon is determined by the provider. The schedule may vary considerably based on participants’ preferences and the trainer’s discretion regarding any modifications.

Cultural activities
Equipment

Bring a laptop or tablet to use during the sessions.

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