Get Connected: Discover Youth Organisations

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This activity helps you explore and connect with youth organisations and European programmes that align with your interests and goals. By participating, you’ll uncover opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and civic engagement. Through engaging events, inspiring stories, and practical steps, you’ll gain the tools to join impactful initiatives that support European values and foster community involvement.
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First, get inspired!Discover opportunities: Watch a video showcasing a vibrant youth organisation fair, featuring the work of organisations across Europe. Gain insight into how these groups support young people in their development journeys. 
Real-life stories: Explore inspiring testimonials from young leaders who share how being part of youth organisations helped them develop skills, confidence, and opportunities to contribute to their communities. 
Stay informed: Explore a curated list of blogs and podcasts featuring updates and success stories from European youth programmes.
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Now, take action:By completing these activities, you’ll build connections, gain insights, and create your personal pathway to getting involved with youth organisations and programmes. 
Engage at a fair: Attend a virtual or in-person youth organisation fair. Visit booths, talk to representatives, and gather materials about their initiatives. Discover which programmes resonate with your passions and aspirations. 
Meet the movers and shakers: Join a webinar, community meetup, or event hosted by a youth organisation. Hear directly from leaders and members about their experiences and learn how you can become a part of their mission. 
Follow and stay updated: Start following youth organisations on social media, subscribe to their newsletters, and bookmark their news pages. Keep yourself informed about upcoming opportunities, events, and success stories.
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What you’ll gain
Awareness: Learn about the diverse range of youth organisations and programmes available to you. 
Connections: Build relationships with organisations, peers, and mentors who share your interests. 
Opportunities: Find clear steps to get involved in initiatives that align with your goals and values.
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Get your badge!Complete at least two of the activities above and apply for the Youth Connector badge (=click the "Get this badge" button below) by sharing your reflections or materials. Examples include: A summary of your experiences at a fair, webinar, or meetup. A list of organisations or programmes you’ve started following, with one key insight from each.
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Who is behind this activity?The Cities of Learning Network invites you to take part in this activity, designed to support the European Youth Goal #11: Youth Organisations and European Programmes. By connecting with organisations and programmes, you’re taking a step towards personal and community growth. 
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Contact us for more details about the Erasmus+ co-funded project "European Youth Goals for Cities of Learning.":
System&G, Greece (project lead partner) 
CODEC, Belgium, 
Badgecraft, Lithuania, 
System&G, Finland. 
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Disclaimer: We are grateful for the ideas and input shared by youth leaders and workers across Europe. This activity was developed through collaboration with Youth Goals Hub GPT custom-built version and inspired by best practices in youth work.
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Obter uma medalha da atividade

Youth Connector Obter esta medalha

This badge is awarded for completing the Get Connected: Discover Youth Organisations activity. By participating in events, engaging with youth organisations, and exploring available resources, you have demonstrated a proactive approach to discovering opportunities that align with your goals and interests. You’ve built connections, gained insights, and developed the skills needed to navigate youth programmes effectively.
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Skills and experiences gained (aligned with the Reference Framework of Competences for Democratic Culture and Eurodesk Mobility Advisor Competence Framework):
Civic-mindedness (connected to RFCDC Competence 6): You’ve demonstrated your engagement with civic organisations, enhancing your understanding of how youth organisations contribute to democratic participation and community-building.
Networking and Communication (connected to Eurodesk Competences “Network and partner and Targeted communication”): You’ve built relationships with peers and stakeholders, effectively exchanging information and developing partnerships that can support your goals.
Information Management (connected to Eurodesk Competence “Information management”): You’ve honed your ability to identify, organise, and utilise information about youth organisations and programmes, ensuring you stay informed about relevant opportunities.
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By completing badge tasks, you have showcased your ability to engage actively with youth organisations, manage information effectively, and build connections to advance your personal growth and community engagement. This badge acknowledges your efforts and growth, aligning with the European Youth Goal #11: Youth Organisations and European Programmes. The Cities of Learning Network partners value your contributions and issue this badge after reviewing your evidence.

Você precisa concluir 2 tarefas para receber a badge

Tarefas

Tarefa n.º 1

Evidência verificada por: um organizador de atividades

Discover and engage with youth organisations and programmes:
What to do: Attend a virtual or in-person youth organisation fair. Visit at least two booths or stalls, engage in conversations with representatives, and explore their initiatives.
Evidence: Provide a short summary of your experience, including the names of two organisations and the opportunities you found most relevant to your interests.

Tarefa n.º 2

Evidência verificada por: um organizador de atividades

Learn from youth leaders and events:
What to do: Participate in a webinar, meetup, or event hosted by a youth organisation. Take notes on the key insights shared by speakers or participants.
Evidence: Submit a reflection on the event, highlighting two key takeaways and how they inspired or informed your goals.

Tarefa n.º 3

Evidência verificada por: um organizador de atividades

Follow and stay connected:
What to do: Identify three youth organisations or programmes to follow on social media or through newsletters. Explore their content and share what you learned.
Evidence: Submit a list of the organisations you followed, along with one piece of new information or opportunity you discovered from each.

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A Badgecraft é a anfitriã desta plataforma e desenvolve-a em conjunto com as principais organizações educativas. O programa Erasmus+ da União Europeia concedeu um cofinanciamento para a construção da primeira versão desta plataforma. Contacto: support@badgecraft.eu.