TC “Sustainability as an attitude towards oneself, others, and the world”

The main theme of the project is to direct and foster the thinking of youth workers and young people toward understanding sustainability in relation to themselves, their surroundings, and the world. The theatrical method will help creatively and imaginatively immerse participants in this process. It will provide an opportunity not only to intellectually explore this topic but also to practically engage with it on a sensory level, by role-playing real-life situations or participating in physical exercises. We will conduct the training using the Dragon Dreaming system.

The primary goal is to bridge the gap between youth workers utilizing theatrical methods and those focusing on environmental conservation and climate change activism. By bringing these two groups together, the project seeks to cultivate a shared understanding of sustainability as a multifaceted concept encompassing personal, social, and environmental dimensions. Specific objectives of the training program include:

- Equipping youth workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively engage young people in sustainable thinking and action through theatrical methods. This involves providing training on innovative approaches and practical tools for incorporating sustainability principles into youth work practices. - Fostering collaboration between youth workers and organizations dedicated to youth development and environmental activism. By facilitating networking opportunities and shared learning experiences, the project aims to strengthen partnerships and encourage collaborative initiatives.

- Exploring the intersection between theatre and sustainability to develop innovative approaches for engaging youth in sustainable practices. Through interactive workshops and discussions, participants will explore how theatrical methods can be utilized as powerful tools for promoting sustainability awareness and action.

- Empowering youth workers to become agents of change in their communities by integrating sustainability principles into their youth work practices. The training program will focus on building leadership skills and providing participants with practical strategies for implementing sustainable initiatives within their respective communities.

- Gaining skills and knowledge in providing effective youth work and training activities, with a special emphasis on the Dragon Dreaming project methodology. Participants will receive training on facilitation techniques, group dynamics, and project management to enhance their capacity to lead impactful youth programs.

- Providing participants with a variety of exercises and tasks that promote personal and social growth. Through experiential learning activities, participants will have the opportunity to develop essential life skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, while also fostering empathy and cultural sensitivity.

Overall, the project aims to empower youth workers with the tools, resources, and collaborative networks needed to effectively engage young people in sustainable thinking and action, ultimately fostering positive social and environmental change within their communities.

Please, if you are interested in participating, complete the application form via the link below no later than July 24/2024:

https://forms.gle/TW9z82Lh7LNoZHe87

For planning your travel you are directed to contact the project team by using the mail address.

Janika Koppel is the person in charge of the logistics of the project.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.