Dissemination of the InnoVenture: Words from our participants (part II)

"In my post I would like to introduce you to what the youth exchange from the Erasmus+ Programme is. I want to tell you about my experience on the trip to Predeal in Romania on the InnoVenture: You(th) in Business. We were learning how to make a business, work in team and planning.

During this trip I had the opportunity to meet people from different countries. I made many friends and got to know the culture of other countries. 

Besides the obvious benefits such as meeting people, parties, visiting new places, I learned many useful things related to getting my dream job in the future. 😃

We were working on our business plans in groups. With my group we did a business plan for a company which is importing/exporting cars in Europe. It taught me a lot of useful skills and things which I can use in future with my business. We were planning how it should work, financials, marketing and we recorded our own advertisement 🥳

The whole programme was funded by the European Union. I recommend everyone to go on such a programme, especially Initiative Sociale, it gives the opportunity to meet new countries and people completely for free 😃" - Pawel 

"A month ago I spent 2 weeks on a youth exchange in Romania🇷🇴.  Erasmus+ youth exchange called InnoVenture: You(th) in Business, organized by the NGO Initiative Sociale. 

There were participants coming from Bulgaria🇧🇬, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spain, Turkey and Greece. During this time, we worked in international teams on our projects and the main subject was entrepreneurship.

Apart from new knowledge, I also have many new experiences and great memories from this exchange - it was work but also fun. 

Such projects allow us to learn more about different cultures, meet amazing people and visit interesting places. By participating in youth exchanges we become more open to new opportunities and broaden our perspectives.

I highly recommend taking part in projects such as Erasmus plus to anyone who is at least a little open to new experiences and wants to discover themselves and other cultures." - Natalia

"In Romania ı had an amaaaaaazing experience, firstly ı can say that ı really like Romania and ı would say that ı will visit here again!!

The topic was about entrepreneurship and youth in business. I am thinking about having my own company on İT and also a clothes brand so this was a perfect chance to get some network and learn new things!!

I want to say thanks to Lexi Ionescu  Munteanu Ana  and others for this opportunity! İt was my first team leader experience and ı had a lot of fun with the Turkish team!!" - Batuhan

"Empowering minds, embracing diversity!🌍Just wrapped up our presentation on  Inoventure Youth in business project in Romania and Erasmus+, the EU’s flagship program fostering international collaboration in education, training, and youth. Erasmus and  our project in spesific is one of the best experience that a young person can have. You can expand your point of view while having fun!" - Fatma

"Between 9th and 19th of November I had the opportunity to take part in my first ever Erasmus+ project in Predeal, Romania.

The main focus of this project was youth in business, we even developed our own business ideas and created ads for them. The energizers and cultural nights made the whole experience even better.

I am beyond grateful for Initiative Sociale and all the people I met from Spain, Italy, Poland, Greece, Türkiye, Bulgaria and Romania. 💓

I highly recommend everyone takes part in at least one Erasmus+ project because it’s an unforgettable experience. ✨" - Martina

"D.G.T. Polska took part into a KA151-YOU - Mobility of young people for accredited organizations “ INNOVENTURE: YOU(TH) IN BUSINESS ”, organized between ⏳ 09 November – 19 November 2023 in Predeal-Romania, in the context of the Erasmus+ Programme, Youth Accreditation organized by the association Initiative Sociale 🤩

The aim of the project was to develop the entrepreneurial spirit and to increase the level of abilities, knowledge and skills in the field of entrepreneurship for young people under the guidance of group leaders from the participating countries for a period of 9 days of youth exchange.

Moreover, through specific objectives and proposed activities, we learned how to stimulate the spirit of initiative, and entrepreneurship among young people and also address their needs in terms of developing the abilities, knowledge and skills necessary to carry out entrepreneurial activities.

Increasing the level of awareness of the participants regarding the need to develop entrepreneurship in the context of economic recovery in European society through the use of non-formal techniques and methods, during 9 days of activities within the youth exchange.

Developing the level of knowledge and key competences in the field of entrepreneurship for those participating in the project, based on intercultural dialogue, cultural exchange and diversity, in order to be adaptable to the European labour market, during the project period.

Encouraging and developing solidarity and tolerance among young participants in order to facilitate social cohesion at the level of the European Union through cultural exchanges, inclusion and diversity based on non-formal non-discriminatory activities, the implementation of the project.

In the mobility took part 👩‍🦰👨‍🦰👱‍♀️  participants  from  Poland, Romania, Greece, Bulgaria, Türkiye, Italy and Spain emphasizing the need for a🤝better trans-sectorial interaction between NGO sector, public administration, private sector and youth while working on developing and adapting methods for working with youngsters for development of critical thinking skills." - DGT Polska

"Between 9th and 19th of November I had the opportunity to take part in my first Erasmus+ project in Romania, Predeal. 

Even if I participated before in many others youth exchanges and training courses, my experience with romanian host and organization was unique and they made me very proud.

The project's name was 'Innoventure: You(th) in business', held by Initiative Sociale  NGO. The aim of the project was to develop the entrepreneurial spirit and to increase the level of our knowledge, skills and abilities concerning entrepreneurship. 

This was possible during 9 days of the projects, and beside the new knowledge and skills gained, I've made a lot of friends and memories with participants from Spain, Italy, Poland, Greece, Bulgaria, Turkiye and of course Romania! ♥️

I encourage everyone to take part in an Erasmus project, not only the youngers, because for Training courses there is no upper limit!

Thank you for reading my article, see you at my next project! ✈️" - Ancuta

Turkish dissemination...

Event 1:

 I, Fatma together with with Emirhan and Hatice we made an interactive presentation in our faculty (Atatürk University faculty of law Erzurum/Türkiye) at 22.12.2023. It lasted aroud 45 minutes and there was 13 participants. We explained what we did in Romania and what we learned as well about Erasmus+ in general. We answered participants questions about the topic and showed our facebook group.

Link: https://www.facebook.com/minimalist.alpaca/posts/731774725677644 

Event 2:

We did a Teams conference about InnoVenture: You(th) in Business project.

-Name of the persons that did it: Buğra Aydoğdu, Uğur Can Böke

-Location: Teams (online)

-Place: Participants from Kocaeli, İstanbul, Ardahan etc.

-How long it lasted: 30 minutes.

-How many people participated: Around 18-19 participants.

-What you presented: What is Erasmus+, what is youth exchange, what is the difference between Erasmus+ projects, what was the aim of the project, what we learn through ten days, what we do as a tasks, information about Initiative Sociale, some pictures and videos from the project.

Dissemination of the InnoVenture: Words from our participants (part I)

TIME, DREAMS, AND SAILBOATS

A letter for those who could have but didn't, and gratitude for those who did.

"Dream goes over time 

Floating like a sailboat

Floating like a sailboat

No one can open seeds

In the heart of the dream

In the heart of the dream" (Camarón de la Isla)

Collecting these verses has not been a matter of chance; the poetry of these words makes me transform these metaphors into the memories and experiences that have recently occurred. The "dream," that which we pursue and long for, a dark and shining desire that transforms into a journey on a "sailboat" across the sea, the sea of Erasmus.

It is precisely here where our dreams materialize; we escape from our lives, flee from our sorrows, and run from our fears. It is here where we are ourselves and where we find peace in our hearts. That peace is nothing more than the love we receive from all those people who smile at us for the first time. Some of them are only passing through physically; perhaps others are destined to cross paths, create a great friendship, or even fall in love forever.

That is the magic of these projects; life is unpredictable and incredibly capricious, and it is wonderful to wait to discover it. I speak to you, if you are shy, I speak to you, if you think you have a low level of English, I speak to you, who has never left your comfort zone, who prefers the comfort of your home and fears the smell of adventure. Jump, run, shout, and experience the taste of the unknown. Feel welcome, dear, and loved because this is for you.

Even if you have a sad story behind you, even if your tears flood your life, it is time to take that "sailboat" and sail, row to the shore. Take a breath and admire the light that this dream emits. You may think I am trying to persuade you with potions and spells, but my friend, an exciting world awaits you out there. Thousands of wonderful people are waiting to share their ideas, share their knowledge, dance with you, watch the sunrise, or start a snowball fight. But above all, they want to enjoy with you. That's why I speak to you again because you are welcome to the world of Erasmus+. It's never too late; remember my words. Love, knowledge, fun, friends, and adventure will never be enough in your life. Take my hand and join me; let's fulfill our dreams together.

Víctor Almirón, (Spain, 2023)

Dissemination AHA

Our project stole the spotlight at the AHA Center on December 7th, unveiling the dynamic realm of social entrepreneurship and cutting-edge business concepts. 

Nearly 25 young individuals engaged in an interactive presentation, where they explored the essence of our exchange program. 

Questions were met with answers, and the audience was treated to screenings of two Oscar-winning films from our Oscar Night event.

Posters in Adam Mickiewicz University

"The posters were posted on notice boards at four faculties of the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań and in the municipal library in my town in Dopiewo.

A poster describing the Erasmus+ project trip has been hung on the boards since November 22 and will remain until the end of the semester / beginning of April 2023." - Julia 

Giuro podcast

 

Welcome to the Giuro podcast, a podcast that talks about us but also a bit about you. Telling experiences and anecdotes halfway between the ZEI and Boomer generations. She finally returned from Romania, leaving me with a lot of work to do.

Link: here