Welcome to the official blog of the "InnoVenture: You(th) in Business" youth exchange. This project is funded with the support of the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union
joi, 28 august 2025
Dissemination of NextGen: EmployAbility in Predeal (Romania)
As part of the project “Youth for a Healthy Sexual Life” coordinated by Tinerii 3D in Predeal, we had the opportunity to share the experience and results of the Erasmus+ youth exchange “NextGen: EmployAbility.”
The exchange took place in Vatra Dornei, Romania, between 2–12 June 2025, and gathered 45 young people and 7 group leaders from 7 European countries. For 9 days, participants worked together in a multicultural environment, attending workshops, discussions, and interactive activities designed to strengthen key skills for the labor market. They focused on teamwork, communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and many other competences essential for building their professional path.
We are also proud to mention that three participants from the “Youth for a Healthy Sexual Life” project joined the “NextGen: EmployAbility” exchange as well. This continuity not only reinforced the connection between the two projects but also allowed them to further develop their skills while sharing knowledge and experiences with peers from across Europe.
miercuri, 27 august 2025
luni, 25 august 2025
duminică, 24 august 2025
vineri, 22 august 2025
marți, 19 august 2025
Dissemination of NextGen: EmployAbility (DGT Polska, Poland)
"After our youth exchange project, I had the opportunity to participate in a training course focused on Disinformation. This course took place in Vatra Dornei, Romania, and brought together 32 youth workers from 9 European countries. The group had diverse competencies, including critical thinking and strategies for avoiding disinformation.
• I saw this as an excellent chance to share the information and knowledge gained from the "NextGen: EmployAbility" organization, specifically regarding employability skills. We engaged in interactive workshops, dynamic group work, and cross-cultural exchanges to facilitate this learning and dissemination.
• As the group, was already equipped with the basic knowledge on the Erasmus+ program the attention was totally dedicated to the topic o employability of youth.
• I kept the focus on what I have considered to be the most impactful activities : the video CV, short video interview and hackathon workshop. These actives teach us how to better present and sell our skills to the employers and take us out of our comfort zone to finalize a task in a limited amount of time.
• Youth Workers were happy to learn this new knowledge and they will apply it in their future recruitment processes and as well they will inform their friends about it that will increase the reach of the dissemination to a group of more than 100 youngsters in the EU countries." - Horia
Dissemination of NextGen: EmployAbility (participants, Poland)
"Spending time in Vatra Dornei as part of the Erasmus+ program was one of the most meaningful experiences I’ve ever had. I met incredible people from different countries, and together we created a space filled with openness, trust, and genuine connection.
This wasn’t just about workshops or scheduled activities — it was about the long talks, the mountain walks, the cultural evenings, and the quiet moments that turned into lasting memories. We learned how to improve our CVs, how to face job interviews, and how to work as a team, but above all, we learned more about ourselves and each other.
I left Romania with new skills, more confidence, and a strong sense of personal growth. Taking part in this project pushed me out of my comfort zone, and I’m truly glad it did.
Thank you to everyone who made this journey so special. I’ll carry these moments with me for a long time, and I hope our paths cross again someday." - Kamil
duminică, 17 august 2025
Dissemination of NextGen: EmployAbility (participants from Czech Republic)
"I had a great time in Romania at an Erasmus+ project NextGen: EmployAbility.
We learned how to prepare for job interwiews, create our CVs, how to work in teams and had some great workshops. But most importantly we met many new people and fun.
Big thanks to Initiative Sociale for hosting us and to Mladoevropani z.s. for choosing me for this project." - Tomáš Sedláček
"How else could I celebrate my first week of unemployment if not by joining an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange about employability? 🇷🇴🇪🇺
The NextGen: EmployAbility project, hosted by Initiative Sociale in Vatra Dornei, Romania, successfully brought together 45 young people and 7 group leaders from seven different European countries. Over the course of the exchange, we explored innovative and inclusive solutions to youth unemployment, while developing essential skills such as teamwork, communication, adaptability, and critical thinking through non-formal education. Young people were able to share insights and reflect on employment challenges and trends in their respective countries. The natural beauty of the mountainous surroundings offered an ideal environment for personal growth, teamwork, and intercultural learning. The outcomes of NextGen: EmployAbility will continue to resonate in the participants’ communities, inspiring further initiatives for youth empowerment and inclusion across Europe. (but also we had a looot of fun! 😃)" - Wiktor Żełudkowski
"I went to Romania and it was nice. 🇹🇩
I didn't see any bear but we learned a lot of stuff about Employability - how to prepare for interview, how to create video CV, how different countries tackle the problem of youth unemployability and much more.
That and much much more was a project NextGen: EmployAbility in Vatra Dornei between 2. and 12. 6. 2025, organized by Initiative Sociale
Thank you Mladoevropani z.s. for choosing me as a team leader for this project, the Czech team for their hard work, not only during the project but also in our free time, and all the young (or less young) people who helped to create the great atmosphere during this project.
Last but not least thank you Adrian Oprică and Lexi Ionescu for your patience, friendly approach, great facilitating skills and gossip box! Thank you Ana Munteanu for being less annoying with the paperwork than expected 🙂" - Matěj Valenta
Dissemination of NextGen: EmployAbility (Mladoevropani z.s., Czech Republic)
"The presentation I gave to my classmates was about an Erasmus+ project that I joined, called NEXTGEN: Employability. The goal of this project was to help young people improve their skills for finding a job. We focused on entrepreneurship—how to start projects, share ideas, and work better in teams. I met people from different countries and learned how to work in an international group. It was a great experience that helped me grow both professionally and personally.
In my presentation, I explained what Erasmus+ is: a programme funded by the European Union that supports education, training, youth, and sport across Europe. I described how students can apply for Erasmus+ projects, where to find suitable opportunities, and what steps to follow during the application process.
One of the most important things I learned was how useful these skills are when looking for a job. Today, employers are not only looking for education but also for soft skills like teamwork and flexibility. Erasmus+ gave me a chance to develop these in a fun and exciting way.
During the presentation, I also showed my classmates a question game that we created during the Erasmus+ project. The game focused on topics like entrepreneurship and employability. I invited them to play a few rounds, which made the presentation more interactive and fun. It was a nice way to share what we had worked on and to involve the audience in the experience.
My classmates were interested and asked many questions. Some of them said they would like to apply for Erasmus+ too. I was happy to inspire them. I believe this experience is a great way to grow, learn, and meet new people.
Presenting the Erasmus+ project to my classmates was a meaningful experience. It allowed me to reflect on everything I had learned during the mobility and to share those insights with others. I realised how important international projects like Erasmus+ are for young people’s personal and professional growth. They offer not only new knowledge, but also practical skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Sharing my experience helped raise awareness about these opportunities and encouraged my classmates to consider participating in similar projects in the future.
The presentation gave me a chance to show how learning can be engaging and interactive. By including the question game we created during the Erasmus+ project, I was able to involve my classmates directly in the experience. Their positive reaction showed me that this kind of activity is a great way to connect with others and explain ideas in a fun and effective way. They also asked many questions related to the topic and we discussed about it.
The content of my presentation included information about Erasmus+, the goals of the NEXTGEN: Employability project, photos from the mobility, and a question-based activity created by participants. I also used personal notes and official materials from the Erasmus+ programme to support the information I shared.
I also had the opportunity to share information about Erasmus+ with students from another class, who were sent to speak with me. Since I have already participated in Erasmus+ projects several times, I was able to answer their questions and give them useful advice. I explained the application process, what to expect during the mobility, and how to prepare. It was nice to see their interest, and I was happy to support them with my experience." - Lenka
"Recently, I had the opportunity to give a presentation about my involvement in an Erasmus+ project called NextGen: EmployAbility. I chose a rather informal setting to do this — our friend group had organized a party to celebrate the end of the school year, and I thought it would be a great chance to share my experience and raise awareness about Erasmus+ among my peers.
I started my presentation by introducing Erasmus+ in general terms, explaining that it's a European Union programme that supports education, training, youth, and sport. I highlighted how Erasmus+ provides young people with opportunities to study, train, gain experience, and volunteer abroad. Many people are familiar with Erasmus+ in the context of university exchanges, but I emphasized that the programme also includes training projects and youth exchanges like the one I participated in.
Then, I shifted focus to the specific project I was involved in — NextGen: EmployAbility. I gave an overview of the project’s objectives, which are centered around improving youth employability and equipping young people with the skills they need to succeed in today’s job market. I briefly described some of the challenges young people face when entering the workforce, such as lack of experience, soft skills, and access to guidance.
To make the presentation more interactive, I included a short quiz based on the key insights I gained during the project. This helped keep everyone engaged and also tested how much they already knew about employability issues and the Erasmus+ programme.
Finally, I talked about my personal journey — how I found out about the project, why I decided to join, and what the application process was like. I also encouraged my friends to look into similar opportunities, explaining where they could find information about Erasmus+ projects and how they could get involved themselves. Many of them seemed genuinely interested in participating in the future.
In conclusion, I believe the presentation was a success. Although there were a few areas where I could have improved — particularly on the technical side, the place we had was limited and the only white wall where everyone could see was narrow — the overall response from my friends was very positive. I was pleasantly surprised by how interested and engaged they were throughout the entire presentation. Some of them had never even heard of Erasmus+ before, so seeing their curiosity grow as I shared my experiences was really rewarding.
What made the biggest difference, I think, was the personal approach I took. By sharing my own journey and showing real photos from the project, it helped make the experience feel more relatable and authentic. After the presentation officially ended, we continued talking about Erasmus+ projects for quite some time. My friends asked a lot of questions — about how they could find similar opportunities, what the selection process was like, and what kind of experiences they might expect.
For the materials, I drew directly from what I learned during the NextGen: EmployAbility project. I included key facts and statistics, some reflections from the workshops we participated in, and visuals to make it more engaging. The photos we took during the project helped to tell the story and show what the experience was really like. I also used the logos of the partner organizations involved in the project, which gave the presentation a more official and polished look." - Tomas
All the offline disseminations were made with the sending NGO support.
"As the summer was about to start, so was this youth exchange that took place in beautiful Romanian city of Vatra Dornei, which was happening from 2. 6. 2025 to 12. 6. 2025. Topic of the project was Employability and the main aim was to provide participants with essential tools and skills how to find own suitable place on labor market.
We’ve been given informations how to create CV or how to prepare ourselves for interview, we have talked about our previous experiences and our future visions as well as about opportunities which are there available for us. We were also compering employment situations in our countries.
All of this and much more has been discussed via lots of different activities and approaches in order to share as much as possible.
We believe this youth exchanges was very beneficial and will help everyone to find their dream job.
Big gratitude to our hosting @initiative.sociale and sending @mladoevropani organisations for this great chance to take part in this mobility!" - Michael Jemelka
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