Romania: ESC: Cyber Speak

About the local hosting organization

EUROACTIVE NGO is an organization whose aim is to provide social, educational and economic empowerment to youngsters and adults in Europe.Euroactive aims to promote peace, its values and the well-being of all citizens. To fight against social exclusion and discrimination. To empower and integrate disadvantaged individuals into society. To preserve cultural heritage and to promote sustainable development.Our values identify with the Treaty of Lisbon provisions that protect human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality and equity, rule of law and human rights aiming to build a society in which inclusion, tolerance, justice, solidarity and non-discrimination prevail.Our vision is based on three actions: Caring, Sharing and Doing! We care of people, we share with people and we do all we do, for people, wearing with us five principles that define who we are: desire, positivity, openness, hard work and trying to see always the good in other.From 2022, Euroactive NGO has Erasmus+ accreditation in the field of Youth and from 2023 Quality Label on Volunteering (for all three roles – Sending, Receiving and Management).The most important resources in our organisation are the people. With over 4 years of experience in the implementation of educational projects and activities, our team is well-equipped to offer training, mentorship and guidance to vulnerable groups such as individuals with fewer opportunities, facing economic, geographic, social and cultural obstacles. In order to reach our goals, we are committed to developing opportunities for personal and professional development of our target groups, to creating strategic partnerships with other NGOs, public and private actors, in fields such as education, rural and economic development, human rights, digitalization, media, entrepreneurship and eco-sustainability. Through our programs and campaigns, we aim to raise awareness about environmental protection, preserve customs, traditions, and cultural heritage, promote ecotourism and ecological and artistic education, and further the values of the European Union.Our team brings together youth workers with experience in youth educational field, young and enthusiastic volunteers ready to change the world and three board members, all seasoned Project Managers with extensive experience in Erasmus+ projects for youth and adult education.Our target group includes people from a large range, regarding their age - 10-35 years old, including people with fewer opportunities. Most of these youngsters are youth from rural areas – facing economical and geographical obstacles – coming from poor families, some of them facing domestic violence. Also, we are working with people facing educational difficulties (abandoning school from an early stage, not succeeding in the graduation exams, etc.) and social difficulties (youngsters facing discrimination, marginalization or exclusion; youngsters coming from disorganised families; youngster which are part of a national or ethnical minority).The lack of opportunities is huge in Curtea de Argeș and especially in the rural areas around the city, where most of the time, the only social activity the young people have is playing football on Sundays (usually accessible only for boys). For the rest of the time, the local bar is the only place they can meet and socialize. We are trying to provide them with educational opportunities and equal chances to develop their personal and professional abilities.This project experience is modularly explained based on the topic, key actions and field of action at the following link, on our website - https://euroactive.org/pif-euroactive/.

Presentation of the programme

During this project, you will contribute to teaching english language and digital skills to rural youth of Northern areas of Argeș County. Your role will include designing and delivering engaging lesson plans and supporting students in improving their abilities in a practical and interactive way. You will take part in organizing events such as cultural exchanges and digital workshops that promote the European Union values. All activities will be conducted in English, offering young participants valuable opportunities to improve their communication skills. Our goal is to develop a united and active community interested in participating in recreational, creative and educational activities where cultural exchanges bring value and give the locals an opportunity to learn about other cultures. Overall, you will play an important role in supporting the development of young people in the community, while serving as a valuable resource for those who are committed to helping them grow.

About the accomodation

The participant budget covers:1. Travel costs according with the Erasmus+ Distance Calculator and based on the real travel expenses.2. Visa fee at the official cost.3. Full allowance of 4 EUR per day as pocket money.4. You'll receive 5 euro/day to cover the food and basic necessities.You will be accommodated in double rooms. Each volunteer will have individual bed and auxiliary furniture as well as access to shared bathroom, fully equipped kitchen and other common facilities.You can find more details here: https://shorturl.at/orr1H

About the leisure activities

The first days of the project serves as an orientation phase. During this time, you will receive training in several key areas:1. Learn to use the management tools necessary during the project.2. Training on how to organize, implement, assess, share and record youth activities.3. Receive access to materials that will help you plan activities.

Requirements

The Participant profile: You are the ideal candidate for us if:- You are 18-29 years old.- You have medium - good English and social skills.- You are interested in working with young people (experience is a plus).- You are creative, adaptable, enjoy learning new things and can manage stress well.- You are motivated, open minded and you have willingness to get involved in activities like teaching, organising events, playing with kids and enjoy sharing your knowledge.Deadline: