Atomic Collaboration: Building Blocks for KA2 Projects

Participants

The seminar united 18 dedicated educators, youth workers, trainers, teachers, and project managers from diverse backgrounds across Ukraine, Türkiye, Bulgaria, the Republic of Moldova, Slovakia, Croatia, Italy, Portugal and Romania. This dynamic gathering fostered collaboration and empowered participants with the knowledge and skills needed to develop impactful KA2 projects, strengthening international cooperation and innovation in education.

Partner organisations

Through this seminar, we had the opportunity to collaborate with diverse organizations, connecting professionals from the academic sector with secondary schools and youth workers. Using various learning methods, all participants were eager to contribute to addressing the challenges faced by the youth they work with. Additionally, by combining different sectors—KA2 projects involving NGOs, higher education institutions, and schools—we created an environment where young people were at the center, regardless of the hat they were wearing. As they navigate multiple roles simultaneously, each influencing the other, this cross-sectoral approach fostered innovative, out-of-the-box thinking in tackling youth-related issues.

Our partner were: CJE - CLUBE DE JOVENS EUROPEUS (PT), Dijital Aktif Yenilikçi Sosyal Gençlik Derneği (TK) , European Academy of Strategic Training and Business (HR), Asociatia Agoje (RO), Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs (UA), Klub 86 (SK), LICEUL TEHNOLOGIC "JACQUES M. ELIAS" (RO), ODV Inclusion Go ETS (IT) , Traditional Culture and Sustainable Development (BG).

Activities

The seminar centered on collaboration and the exchange of ideas, opinions, and practices, allowing participants to learn from challenges faced in different countries—from gender inequality in Türkiye, the lack of quality learning opportunities in Moldova and school dropout in rural areas in Romania to the war in Ukraine. Through discussions and hands-on activities, they simulated project writing, shared experiences, and learned by doing, strengthening their capacity to develop impactful initiatives.

Photo Gallery

The photos tell the story of the participants’ journey—the moments of deep focus as they brainstormed, the struggles of refining ideas, and the excitement of finding solutions together. They capture the curiosity in their discussions, the energy of teamwork, and the bonds they built along the way. From intense problem-solving to shared laughter during icebreakers, every image reflects the spirit of collaboration, learning, and growth that defined their time together. Through these snapshots, we see not just their work, but the friendships, challenges, and inspiration that made this experience unforgettable.

Impact and Results

The 18 participants engaged in a dynamic exchange of ideas, deepening their understanding of the EU Youth Goals and the four horizontal priorities of the Erasmus+ Programme. Through discussions, workshops, and collaborative exercises, they explored ways to align their projects with inclusion and diversity, digital transformation, environmental sustainability, and active participation. The seminar fostered meaningful connections, creating a strong network of professionals committed to cross-border collaboration and innovative youth work.

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