TOY - Trainers Online for Youth
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The training activity aimed to raise awareness and mobilize both migrants and professionals working in the field of migrant integration around key topics such as sustainable development, human rights, cultural diversity, and active citizenship. Specifically, it sought to:
- Raise awareness: Increase participants’ understanding of global challenges such as climate migration, human rights violations, and cultural integration.
- Empower participants: Equip migrants and professionals with practical tools and knowledge to address these challenges in their local communities.
- Foster collaboration: Facilitate the creation of concrete, collaborative projects involving both migrants and local stakeholders.
- Promote active citizenship: Encourage migrants to actively participate in local decision-making processes and community initiatives.
The training addressed critical needs, including:
- Understanding global challenges: Providing insights into the intersection of migration, climate change, and sustainable development.
- Practical integration tools: Identifying opportunities for migrants in green jobs and promoting their inclusion in sustainable initiatives.
- Advocacy for human rights: Raising awareness of the rights of migrants and refugees, with a focus on vulnerable groups such as unaccompanied minors.
- Intercultural dialogue: Encouraging the sharing of experiences to reduce prejudice and foster mutual understanding in host communities.
The activity aligned closely with the goals of the involved organizations, which focus on fostering social cohesion, promoting sustainable practices, and supporting the inclusion of migrants. Specifically:
- For migrants: The training provided tools and knowledge to enhance their social and professional integration.
- For professionals: It offered insights and best practices to improve their work in migrant support and integration.
- For the broader community: It facilitated collaboration on sustainable and intercultural projects, contributing to local development.
My role as a trainer and facilitator involved designing and delivering participatory sessions, fostering discussions, and guiding participants in developing concrete projects. I ensured that the sessions were interactive, inclusive, and aligned with the objectives, providing a balance of theory, practical activities, and collaborative learning.
The participating organizations included:
Universal View (France): Participants from various regions in France, primarily adult migrants and individuals with immigrant backgrounds. This group also comprised professionals working in the field of migrant integration.
Asociacion Juventud para Cultura y Minorias (Spain): Spanish participants included individuals of immigrant backgrounds and professionals assisting with migrant education and integration.
Hajia Adiza e.V. (Germany): German participants represented a similar demographic, with a focus on migrants, immigrant-background individuals, and professionals engaged in integration programs
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These seminars provided a platform for participants from these three countries to share their diverse perspectives on global issues, fostering intercultural understanding and cooperation. The activities included thematic discussions, expert-led lectures, and collaborative projects, enabling meaningful exchanges across national and cultural lines. The target group’s international and intercultural composition contributed significantly to achieving the project's objectives of enhancing awareness, promoting active citizenship, and strengthening intercultural dialogue.
In this seminar, I used non-formal learning methods designed to actively engage participants and foster practical skill development through interactive and meaningful activities. The methods included:
1- I facilitated workshops where participants worked in small groups to identify challenges, such as the impacts of climate change on migrants, and propose concrete solutions. These structured discussions encouraged collective reflection and collaboration.
2- I designed realistic scenarios, such as attending a fictional municipal meeting, where participants assumed various roles to explore local solutions for integrating migrants into sustainable development projects. These activities fostered empathy and negotiation skills.
3- Participants worked in teams to develop practical initiatives, such as community gardens or recycling programs, applying their learning to create actionable projects.
4-After my presentations or those of guest experts, I facilitated Q&A sessions, enabling participants to connect theoretical concepts to their own realities.
5- I encouraged participants to share their experiences and best practices from their national contexts, enriching intercultural exchanges and mutual learning.
6- During specific workshops, participants used tools like storytelling or artistic activities to design intercultural projects promoting social cohesion.
These methods, rooted in non-formal education principles, empowered participants to take ownership of their learning while enhancing their ability to make a positive impact in their communities.
The training activity successfully achieved its objectives by raising awareness, fostering collaboration, and empowering participants to address key themes such as sustainable development, human rights, cultural diversity, and active citizenship. Participants gained a deeper understanding of global challenges, including climate migration and human rights violations, through expert sessions and interactive workshops. Concrete results included the development of actionable projects, such as three sustainable initiatives (community gardens, recycling systems), two intercultural projects (cultural festivals, shared cooking events), and citizen engagement activities like local committees. The seminar also fostered the creation of a support network among participants, enabling continued collaboration on future local and transnational initiatives. Participants left the training equipped with practical tools and skills, including project design, intercultural communication, and leadership, which they can apply in their respective communities. Indicators of success included high participant engagement, positive feedback, and the generation of feasible project proposals. The outcomes and activities of the training are documented in a final report, featured on the Universal View website, and highlighted through social media posts from participating organizations.
As a full-time trainer for this seminar, I was responsible for designing, coordinating, and delivering all the training activities. My role involved developing the agenda, ensuring it aligned with the seminar's objectives of sustainable development, human rights, cultural diversity, and active citizenship. I facilitated interactive workshops, role-playing exercises, and collaborative project design sessions, tailoring methods to suit the diverse backgrounds of the participants. Additionally, I guided group discussions, moderated Q&A sessions with expert speakers, and supported participants in formulating concrete, actionable projects. I also ensured the use of non-formal learning methods to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment. Beyond facilitation, I coordinated with other team members to manage logistics, adapt sessions based on participant feedback, and document the outcomes of the seminar. My role was crucial in ensuring the overall success of the event and the achievement of its objectives.
David Dabert played a pivotal role in the success of our seminar on sustainable development, human rights, cultural diversity, and active citizenship. As the lead trainer, he skillfully engaged participants through dynamic and inclusive non-formal learning methods. His ability to create collaborative environments enabled groups from diverse backgrounds to freely express themselves and work together effectively.
David demonstrated exceptional organizational skills, from designing the program to facilitating interactive sessions and guiding participants in developing actionable projects. His expertise in interculturality and project management not only enriched the discussions but also inspired participants to actively contribute to their communities.
We particularly valued his professionalism, creativity, and adaptability to the specific needs of the participants while maintaining alignment with the seminar's overall objectives. David is an outstanding trainer, and his dedication was instrumental in making this event a resounding success.