LEADERS OF TOMORROW
2024-3-IT03-KA153-YOU-000290116
Duration: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026
General Objective The primary goal of the “Leaders of Tomorrow” project is to equip young people and youth workers with essential skills and tools to enhance their effectiveness in youth work.
The project aims to strengthen their ability to actively engage with the next generation, fostering leadership, project management, conflict resolution, and social inclusion competencies.
This initiative addresses a key skills gap identified by the European Union, where 70% of youth workers consider transversal skills vital for overcoming challenges in an increasingly complex European landscape (EU Youth Report 2022).
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Enhancing Professional Skills
Provide youth workers with training in leadership, project management, and digital innovation to improve their facilitation and engagement capabilities.
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Promoting Inclusion
Focus on marginalised youth by introducing educational practices that ensure equality, active participation, and social inclusion.
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Strengthening Transnational Networks
Foster international collaboration and the exchange of best practices between youth workers and organizations.
Partnership
Project Co-Funded by the European Commission
SOS EUROPA – Lead partner
A non-profit organization dedicated to fostering youth leadership, social inclusion, and innovation across Europe. With a decade of experience in European projects, it has developed multiple initiatives that empower young leaders and create transformative opportunities for youth participation.
IELI
A higher education institution specializing in digital and international education. Its expertise in e-learning will contribute to developing innovative online training components for the project
EURO MIRADA
A non-profit organization dedicated to human rights, social inclusion, and active youth participation. With extensive experience in Erasmus+ programs, it empowers young people to become change agents in their communities.
YOUTH HORIZONS
This organization promotes opportunities for young people through volunteerism, education, and social programs, ensuring an inclusive and multicultural approach to youth work.
BootCamp in Rome
One of the core activities of the project is the Leadership BootCamp in Rome, an intensive training event aimed at developing key leadership and project management skills for youth workers. The BootCamp will feature interactive workshops, practical sessions, and group activities focusing on conflict resolution, social inclusion, and digital tools for youth engagement. Participants will benefit from a “learning by doing” approach, enabling them to immediately apply newly acquired skills in a collaborative, multicultural setting.
Expected Results and Impact
- Skill Development – Youth workers will acquire leadership, team management, conflict resolution, and digital skills, increasing their employability and effectiveness in youth work.
- Adoption of Innovative Methods – Introduction of digital tools and non-formal education methodologies to enhance youth engagement strategies.
- Growth of International Networks – Strengthened collaboration between partner organizations, leading to future joint initiatives at the European level.
- Increased Social Inclusion – Improved awareness and sensitivity towards marginalised youth, enabling participants to implement more inclusive practices.
Leaders of Tomorrow
Empowering Youth Workers for European Social Change
This initiative represents a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and dynamic youth work sector in Europe. Through its innovative approach and strong international collaboration, “Leaders of Tomorrow” will empower youth workers to lead social change and inspire future generations.
