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This activity will help you engage with and meet other people across Europe who share similar concerns about the future of the environment.
People in rural areas often feel isolated, believing that others do not share their environmental concerns. Our goal is to connect young people from all over Europe who share these worries, enabling them to discuss these issues and organise collective solutions.
First, get inspired!
Watch a video to learn how the ‘Youth Climate Movement’ began. Originally launched by various activists raising awareness online about the urgent need for action, the movement succeeded in mobilising many young people and organising activities across Europe. This will provide you with insight and inspiration to follow their example.
Interested in more? Listen to academic professionals explain how enjoyable activities for young people can positively impact the environment. Tune in to this podcast showing how grassroots initiatives can create lasting change in society.
Now, take action!
Through this activity, you will become more aware of how individuals in different areas face environmental challenges. Exchanging ideas, struggles, and thoughts brings us closer to finding solutions that address the core of these issues and helps create a network of people with shared interests.
- Try to find others in your area who are interested in environmental activities. Even one or two like-minded people are enough to support your first steps in identifying key areas for improvement in your community.
- Research online to learn about different associations in Belgium or relevant EU stakeholders that address these issues. Look into their activities and actions to gain inspiration and see how similar challenges have been resolved by others.
- Connect with individuals from different areas to discuss the environmental issues you care about most. Register with a public group focused on the environment or connect with others online. This exchange will help you see how similar problems have been approached elsewhere. By discussing these topics, you may not only gain insights but also inspire or be inspired by others.
Get your badge.
Complete some of the activities from the list above and apply for a badge (=click the "Get this badge" button below) by sharing your experience and skills.
Who is behind this activity?
Cities of Learning Network partners invite you to learn and do something about the European Youth Goal #10 Sustainable Green Europe. We value your efforts and contributions and therefore want to reward you with badge recognition.
Contact us for more details about the Erasmus+ co-funded project "European Youth Goals for Cities of Learning"
- System&G, Greece - the project lead partner
- CODEC, Belgium
- Badgecraft, Lithuania
- System&G Finland
Disclaimer: We are grateful for the ideas generated by youth leaders and youth workers during the international study visits. To create this activity, humans collaborated with AI using the Youth Goals Hub GPT custom-built version, informed and inspired by the best youth work practices.
Pridobite značko aktivnosti
This badge is awarded for completing the “Participate in a Virtual Discussion about the Environment” activity. You have conducted research on how other areas, groups, or individuals among the globe work to create positive change on environmental issues. With the ideas and resources you have gathered, you are now equipped to engage further and expand your network by connecting with others who share your interests.
Skills and experiences gained (aligned with the GreenComp Framework):
- Collaboration and Social Competence: Sustainability education promotes collaboration by engaging individuals in community-driven actions. By networking and sharing knowledge with people from different regions, participants develop strong social and communication skills.
- Networking for Sustainability Collaboration: This activity helps you gain skills in raising awareness about sustainability, engaging in community-building, and understanding the role of adult education in facilitating green transitions.
- Practical Green Skills in Local Contexts: Experiences like this can help you develop practical green skills, equipping you to contribute meaningfully to local sustainability efforts.
This badge demonstrates the earner’s skills and actions in recognising the value of teamwork. By exchanging ideas, individuals can inspire one another and create new initiatives that benefit the environment. The earner connects with others who share common values and contribute to the common good.
This collective cooperation supports the achievement of European Youth Goal #10: A Sustainable Green Europe. Partners in the Cities of Learning Network value the badge earner’s efforts and contributions, issuing this badge after reviewing the provided evidence.
Da pridobiš značko, moraš opraviti vse naloge
Naloge
Dokaze preveril: En organizator dejavnosti
1. Create your own small group team:
- Task: Find at least two other people in your area who want to engage further in environmental activities. Then, organise a discussion to identify the primary areas you can work on to improve your local town.
- Evidence: Submit a screenshot or PDF document with information on two or three activities or associations that share values or areas of focus with your team. Additionally, write a brief explanatory text on how these activities are relevant to your future plans.
Dokaze preveril: En organizator dejavnosti
2. Conduct research on initiatives and activities online:
- Task: Research associations and activities that align with the main concerns you and your team are addressing.
- Evidence: Submit a screenshot or PDF document with information on two or three activities or associations that share values or areas of focus with your team. Write a short explanatory text on how these activities are relevant to your future plans.
Dokaze preveril: En organizator dejavnosti
3. Connect with initiatives you would like to collaborate with :
- Task: Identify people, teams, or associations in Belgium that organise activities inspiring to you and that might offer support with the issues your team is tackling. Get in touch with them and arrange a meeting.
- Evidence: After the meeting, provide a screenshot from the end of the virtual meeting. For a physical meeting, take a group picture with all participants. Alongside the picture, submit a bullet-point document listing three key activities your team could collaborate on, along with a brief explanation of how you plan to achieve each.