Treeconnect Double Mobility Youth Exchange Program – Germany

This project is intended to be a clear example of how young people can transform their reality and the importance of fostering optimism to dream of a better future. In addition, this project aims to become an example of how to make that future a reality by sharing and shaping the tools to transform the lives and the communities. It is important to mention that this is a Youth Exchange project, and is NOT going to be developed as a therapy project, but rather as an experience to talk about and generate awareness on mental health and related topics among peers and with the use of Art and Outdoor education.

Methodologies

• The activities will be based on Non-Formal Education, whit approaches based on Outdoor and Artisitic education, providing a variety of tools that will be involving and interesting on many different levels. The idea is to empower the participants so that they will be the center and the heart of the project in all its phases.
• The local actions:
  • In between the two main mobilities each national group has to organise a series of little local action to create awareness on the topics of mental health, on the importance of nature and movement to promote a healthy lifestyle. These actions are meant to create an impact on communities, to promote a sense of active citizenship and to empower the people involved in it. During the second mobility a final event will be organised collectively by all the participants and the organisations involved.
• The Food:
  • During the first mobility:
    • They will provide food for 3 meals and 2 snacks. Each participant will cook their own meal using a camping stove. Madrid Outdoor Education will provide the stove and all the cooking utensils to every participant. The ingredients will also include meet product.
  • During the second mobility:
    • The food will be provided already cooked and prepared by professionists every day. All the food for the entire duration of this mobility will be vegetarian. Everyday there will be 3 main meals and 2 snacks.

Reimbursement

• The reimbursement will cover up to two days before / two days after the start and end day of each mobility. However, food and accommodation costs outside of the project days will not be covered.
• 1st mobility travel 12-20 may Spain:
  • The accommodation is located in a beautiful natural area, in an equipped camping venue.
  • The maximum travel reimbursement per person is as follows:
    • Italy – 245 Eur.
    • Germany – 245 Eur.
    • Greece – 330 EUR.
    • Spain – from 0 Eur. to 150 Eur., depending from the distance.
  • From the original band MOE spent 30 Euros per participant to rent a bus.
  • Travel expenses will be reimbursed in Euro after the end of the project, and only upon submission of all necessary documents.
• second mobility 24 June – 02 July Germany:
  • The location of the second YE is very central in the city of Leipzig and it offers the possibility to live the multiculturality and artistic scene of the city at its best.
  • The maximum travel reimbursement per person is as follows:
    • Italy – 275 Eur.
    • Germany – 0 Eur.
    • Greece – 275 EUR.
    • Spain – 275 Eur.
  • Travel expenses will be reimbursed in Euro after the end of the project, and only upon submission of all necessary documents.

Who can apply?

• Youngsters (18-30 years old) that:
  • are interested in starting a journey to connect with nature and other people, discover more healthy lifestyle, and become an active citizen.
  • are ready to participate fully in the project for its total duration.
  • speak some basic English. (It will help you to follow the program. If needed you can be supported by another participant of your national team).
  • are residing in Germany.
  • They encourage the participation of participants with fewer opportunities. (Participants with fewer opportunities will be prioritised).

For more information, visit Dreaming OPEnly.