Our long-term partners, YOPA (Youth for Participation association), are celebrating a special milestone this year – the 20th anniversary of their organization. We are delighted to be part of this story, as our partnership with YOPA, which has lasted for more than two years, has opened the door for us to the world of Erasmus+ projects and has become an important part of our international cooperation.
To mark this occasion, YOPA organized an international event that brought together more than 40 youth workers from different countries around the world. During the event, participants not only celebrated the organization’s anniversary, but also actively engaged in learning and cooperation activities.
Special attention was given to mental health, strengthening youth workers’ competencies, and activities aimed at building new cooperation opportunities for future Erasmus+ projects.
Two representatives from our organization also took part in the event – Miglė and Nani. They actively participated in international meetings, built connections with colleagues from Hungary and Iceland, discussed ideas for future youth exchanges, and contributed to the early development of new projects.
Events like these are not only an opportunity to build partnerships, but also provide valuable personal and professional experiences. For Miglė, this trip was especially meaningful because it was her first flight on an airplane – another reminder that Erasmus+ projects create opportunities not only for young people, but also for youth workers to broaden their horizons, travel, learn, and grow in an international environment.
We are proud that our team members can represent our organization at international events, bring back new ideas, and contribute to the development of future Erasmus+ initiatives.
Congratulations to YOPA on their 20th anniversary, and we look forward to many more meaningful projects together in the future!