International day at the youth centre

Creative Youth Information Award category

International day at the youth centre

Organisation

Kohila Youth Centre

Country

Estonia

WEBSITE

Project link

https://www.instagram.com/p/C5yPf-2KXSl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

General Overview

On 19 April 2024, Kohila Avatud Noortekeskus celebrated an international-themed day to introduce young people to European cultures through interactive and creative activities. The event featured EuroPeers guest Greta, who guided the youth in preparing traditional Austrian cuisine.

Before the cooking session, each participant randomly selected a European country, researched it, created a thematic poster, and presented their findings to the group. The day concluded with a Kahoot quiz about European countries, making learning fun and engaging.

The activities provided young people with new knowledge about European cultures, improved their teamwork and presentation skills, and allowed them to participate in practical and creative learning experiences. The use of digital solutions and adherence to green principles, such as Kahoot for an eco-friendly quiz, reinforced sustainable event planning.

The event was funded by Eurodesk activity support and highlighted Erasmus+ opportunities, with EuroPeers actively involved. Event impressions and insights were shared via Kohila Avatud Noortekeskus’ Facebook and Instagram to increase awareness and engagement.

Thematic Category Correspondence

(50 points max)

How does this initiative (project, event, material) correspond to the thematic category

The event fits under Creative Youth Information, as it used interactive and experiential learning to introduce European cultures and youth opportunities. Instead of traditional methods like lectures or brochures, information was conveyed through:

Hands-on activities (cooking, poster-making, Kahoot quiz)

Peer-to-peer learning (youth presented their research findings)

Engaging digital tools (Kahoot and online research)

This approach made learning about Europe exciting and memorable, fostering curiosity and encouraging further exploration of international mobility programmes such as Erasmus+.

Furthermore, the event empowered young people to develop key competencies, including:

Public speaking and communication skills

Collaboration and problem-solving abilities

Cultural awareness and openness to diversity

By integrating youth information into creative and enjoyable formats, the initiative successfully inspired young people to learn, participate, and engage with global opportunities.

Impact

(30 points max)

How did your project impact young people / your community?

For young participants:

They gained knowledge about European cultures, making them more globally aware.

The interactive and peer-led format boosted their confidence in presenting and working in teams.

Exposure to Erasmus+ and EuroPeers programmes inspired them to consider international opportunities.

For the local community:

The event fostered cultural exchange and understanding, contributing to a more inclusive environment.

It encouraged young people to actively participate in educational activities, enhancing their sense of belonging.

By sharing the experience on social media, the project reached a wider audience, raising awareness about youth mobility programmes.

Overall, the event empowered youth with knowledge and skills, promoted international learning opportunities, and strengthened community engagement.

Green Focus

(10 points max)

Did your project have any green focus and/or did you implement any eco-friendly measures when organising it?

Use of digital tools: The Kahoot quiz minimized the need for printed materials.Efficient resource use: Cooking ingredients were carefully planned to reduce food waste.Recyclable materials: Posters were made using reused and sustainable materials.

Creative Youth Information Award category