24/06 – 03/07/2024|Training Course
From the 24th of June to the 3rd of July 2024, the serene mountain town of Oulx, Italy became the backdrop of a powerful journey of emotional awareness and growth during the Erasmus+ training course “E-Motions”. Youth workers and educators from across Europe came together to deepen their understanding of emotions, boundaries, empathy, and self-expression through non-formal learning experiences in nature.
Throughout this immersive course, participants engaged in reflective exercises, artistic workshops, and open dialogues that fostered emotional intelligence, mutual understanding, and connection. They explored topics such as conflict management, setting personal boundaries, and the importance of empathy in youth work.
Set in the tranquil environment of the Italian Alps, the program offered not only educational value but also a peaceful setting that amplified participants’ emotional connection with nature and with each other. Each activity encouraged self-discovery, collaboration, and healing through methods like theatre, dance, music, and forum theatre.
– To explore deeply the emotional needs of ourselves as youth workers and the needs of our target groups.
– To understand the significance of emotional intelligence, expression, and recognition in youth work.
– To discover and apply non-formal education tools focused on emotional awareness and empathetic communication.
Apostolis:
“I am very grateful for the opportunity to have been part of this incredible journey. Our week together in the Italian Alps, exchanging thoughts, emotions, and perspectives, provided a profound period of self-reflection and personal growth.”
Thanasis:
“Within a week in the cool Italian Alps, I experienced the concept of emotional intelligence firsthand through theatre, dance, music, and the exchange of experiences! The Italian flavors and the interesting people will remain unforgettable!”
Maria:
“In this Erasmus+ project we shared our emotions, stories and memories that we had kept inside us. We created a safe place for everyone, we reflected on ourselves and our close environment, worked on our self-awareness, and learned that sharing is caring. We explored empathy, connected through music and dance, talked about conflicts and boundaries, and discovered forum theatre. We saw different perspectives, reconnected with nature, and shared love and admiration.”
“E-Motions” was not just a training course it was a transformative emotional journey. It empowered youth workers with tools to create safer, more compassionate environments for young people. Participants walked away not only with new skills but also with deep personal insights and strong emotional bonds.
Stay tuned for more meaningful experiences with GO Alive.
