Study visit in Bitola, North Macedonia
The study visit aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of green entrepreneurship in youth work. It focuses on showcasing diverse green businesses in North Macedonia that have successfully integrated sustainability practices, emphasizing their positive impacts on the environment and local economies. Participants will also learn from successful green business models in partner countries, gaining insights into practical sustainable practices and the challenges they face. Networking opportunities are provided to boost participants’ confidence in promoting green entrepreneurship among youth and bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.
The ultimate goal is to motivate participants to apply these insights in their work and initiate green business-related initiatives while fostering reflection on the profound impact of green entrepreneurship on individuals and the community. Overall, the objectives aim to inspire youth workers to champion sustainability and green entrepreneurship in their roles.
The study visit is scheduled for 16 – 23 April 2024 (including travel days)
Location: Bitola, North Macedonia
Partner countries: North Macedonia, Turkey, Serbia, Portugal, Greece, Czechia, Bulgaria, Spain, Italy, Latvia
Participants: 2 per partner country (20 in total)
– youth workers aged 18 and over
– with profound interest in sustainability and environment
The application is open until 5 March 2024. Apply here!
Infopack is available here.
Participants profile:
The participants will be driven to develop a broad set of skills in an international context,including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, conflict management, facilitation, and presentation.
The youth workers should be enthusiastic about participating in the Erasmus+ programme, prepared to collaborate in international teams, and keen on sharing their experiences in follow-up activities. Their eagerness to immerse themselves in a diverse, intercultural learning environment is essential, as it significantly enriches the seminar experience and contributes to the project’s success. Their participation will go beyond mere attendance; they will actively embrace comprehensive understanding of green entrepreneurship and sustainability practices in youth work. They will be able to share their insights, and apply their learnings in their communities, aiming to enhance green youth initiatives.
The project was funded by the European Commission under the Erasmus+ Programme.