“Embracing diversity”

Международно обучение
“Embracing diversity”

01.08– 09.08.2018
Poitiers, France

 

Summary:

Cultural diversity is one of the greatest wealth of the current European societies. The number of communities and minority groups present in the different countries is the proof of this. Whether they are national, religious, ethnic, social or cultural minorities, they are an important asset for building an intercultural Europe. However, this diversity is not always valued. It is often decried, and in some cases held as responsible for some of the society ills. Even If the history of the societies has always been linked and enriched by migration, discriminatory practices remain a problem in many societies. The gradual rise of nationalist identity is a reflection of this.

Young people from minority groups, as well as those living in highly multicultural environments, are important vectors of promoting a mentality change. However, they are often stigmatised and excluded, while they play a decisive role in the evolution of the society. Today the fight for equal rights and opportunities, as well as the fight against poverty and social exclusion, is a major issue. This is why it seemed essential for us and our partners to deepen the question of diversity. Because, if some differences are obvious (ethnicity, religion or language), others are less so (education level, social and economic status, sexuality, health, hidden or visible disabilities).

We will approach these questions about diversity through the following axes:

• Diversity management by youth professionals
• Promoting intercultural encounters (better understand diversity, to better appreciate it)
• The keys of “The living together” (ex: how to cooperate despite the differences, how to detect the positive in each situation, how to argue while respecting, and accepting the opinion of the other).
• How to make of the difference a force, or an asset in the process of socio-professional integration of youth.

With 7 other European partners, the ADEMI association organises a training week on the theme of diversity management. It will take place in POITIERS from 1st to 09th August 2018, with the participation of 26 young people. We wanted to put at the heart of this project professionals and young people. Our goal is to pool knowledge and experiences, to develop new tools that will allow us to better address and manage the problems related to diversity.

Participant`s profile required:

The training course is open for youth leaders, project managers and voluntary and professional youth workers, working directly with project management and capable of making decisions about partnership. They must have basic knowledge about Erasmus +.
From Bulgaria, in the seminar will take part 3 participants. They should be at least 18 years old, but there is no upper age limit. Be aware that this activity will be in English.
Participants are expected to be part of the full duration of the seminar.

Venue:

The training course will take place in Paris. Further information about the venue will be shared with the selected participants.

Working methods:

All the training will be done through the methods of non-formal education. The activities will be for example brain storming’s, plenary discussions, simulations, role plays, team building, energizers, ice breakers and many others. Non formal education we remember you that is voluntary, no hierarchical and all its methods are based on the concept of learning by doing.

What to bring with me:

• we will have an intercultural evening, so bring your national food and drink.
• bring your national flag, magazines, postcards what will help you to introduce your country.
• if you bring your laptop will be easier for working, but is not mandatory.
• and your good mood. This is the most important ☺

Intercultural night:

What we expect from you to present in these nights are: local or national dances, local music, games, little sweets, drinks, pictures, etc. from your countries.
Every country will prepare a short presentation of their culture, using all kinds of methods. It’s preferred a short and FUNNY presentation, such as showing pictures and commenting it, quiz, short video (either already existing or made by you), etc. (YES – use your creativity!). For the intercultural night, we ask you to prepare in advance a brief performance (singing, your traditional music, popular dances) to present your group (typical costumes are really welcomed!).
The main idea of this presentation is: What is important for a stranger to know about my country?
Any kind of presentation is granted, better not to do a power-point presentation to avoid yawning.
The Intercultural night is the “most wanted event” on the beginning of the youth exchange. It is a sort of traditional night opened to all participant audience made up of our group leaders, youth workers, facilitators, participants to the exchange. All National groups are asked to perform briefly (10 for your NGO and country/city not more, and 10 min for traditional dances and music) in order to introduce their self. Certainly, we need your enthusiasm and energy!!
For the Intercultural evening a Swedish buffet (cold buffet) will be organized. Here every country will bring traditional food dishes. The food that will be brought must be eatable without any processing (boiling, frying, etc). The dishes must also be accompanied by a brief description (their origin and ingredients, the way they are eaten…)

Travel Costs:

100% of the participants‘ travel costs will be reimbursed within the valid budget sums calculated according to the official rules of Erasmus+ programme. If a sum exceeds the limit, the excess will be paid by the participants themselves. The reimbursement limit is 360€ per participant from Bulgaria.

Financial support:

Project is supported by “Erasmus+” program. Accommodation, meals, program and travel cost (based on distance) are covered from grant. There is NO participation fee. However, 15 BGN will be deducted from the guarantee of 100 BGN which every participant must send prior the departure, in order to be covered the different taxes, related to the participation of each representative from Bulgaria (bank transfer fees, post expenses, difference in the exchange rates, etc.). This guarantee will be reimbursed after completing all the dissemination activities, the participant is required to conduct after returning to Bulgaria.

Insurance:

The travel insurance is not mandatory but it is highly reccommended. It costs 1 BGN/day and covers all the common injuries during projects up to 5000 Euro. Our organization is not covering insurance, it is individual, but we are going to support you to obtain a proper insurance for the duration of the project. For more information about the insurance, contact us.

YouthPass:

Every participant is individually entitled to receive a Youthpass Certificate, which confirms participation and validates the non-formal learning (NFL) experience of Training course project. Validating the learning experiences of participants is important in itself and the document can be of benefit in terms of the educational or employment future of the participant. Through Youthpass the European Commission ensures the Training course activity is recognized as a non-formal learning experience.
(*For more information on Youthpass you may click on this page to check it online)

Applicants MUST:

1. Read carefully the Terms and Conditions you are agreeing with, when sending your application!
2. Read carefully the Privacy Policy page.
3. Have a valid ID/International passport.
4. Possess valid European Health Card.
5. Fill in the application form and send it to: stanimir.chukov@gmail.com – APPLICATION FORM
6. Check the conditions your participation will be evaluated – Final evaluation form

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