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As part of the Youth4Peace project, interactive activities were carried out in schools in Riga, bringing peace education directly into the classroom. Instead of traditional methods, the sessions used special VR glasses, allowing students to learn by experiencing 👓✨ Through this immersive approach, young people were encouraged to reflect on peace, active citizenship, and participation in a more engaging and meaningful way. The VR experience created space for discussion, curio

The Erasmus+ Youth Exchange project “Teamwork in Action” (Project No: 2025-1-ES02-KA152-YOU-000300857) has successfully come to an end in Madrid, Spain. The project brought together partner organizations fromHungary, Latvia, Romania, Spain, Türkiye, with We As One proudly participating as the Latvian partner throughout the mobility. Over the course of the project, participants explored the value of cultural diversity in professional environments through a wide range of non-fo

The programme featured the "Map Your Skills" activity, encouraging participants to reflect on their strengths, identify areas for improvement, and recognize the competencies they have developed through education, volunteering, and international experiences. By creating personal skill maps and exchanging constructive feedback, participants gained a clearer understanding of their potential and future goals. Another important part of the programme focused on Intercultural Workpl

One of the key activities focused on "Advantages from Culture," where participants explored how different cultural perspectives can enhance collaboration and improve problem-solving within international teams. Through group challenges and interactive discussions, they experienced how diversity encourages creativity, innovation, and more balanced decision-making✨ Working in multicultural groups, participants combined their unique experiences and viewpoints to solve practical t

During the “Cultural Codes in Business” activity, participants explored how cultural values influence workplace behavior, communication styles, decision-making processes, and professional etiquette. Through presentations, discussions, and collaborative exercises, young people compared business practices from their countries and identified both similarities and differences🎉 The session encouraged participants to reflect on how misunderstandings can arise in multicultural team

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The 7th International Conference of the Youth 4 Peace project is just around the corner! Taking place on April 24–25, 2025, in the vibrant city of Madrid, Spain, this year’s conference will focus on the theme:“Europe as a Global Power”. This event will bring together young people from across Europe to explore the European Union’s strategic global role and its relationships with major international actors. Through expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and engaging debate

📅 Date: 5-13 November 2024 📍 Location: Madrid / Alcobendas This project, which aims to understand the difficulties faced by refugees, to develop solutions and to increase solidarity among young people, offered a week full of unforgettable moments. 🔹 Awareness Raising: We carried out awareness raising activities for refugee children's right to quality education and social cohesion. 🔹 Education and Cohesion: We developed solutions with inclusive activities on language, cult

As a partner in the Erasmus+ KA152 Youth Exchange project "Hopeful Horizons for Refugee Youth and Children" (Project No: 2024-1-ES02-KA152-YOU-000199311), We as One proudly joined young participants from Austria, Türkiye, Spain, Latvia, North Macedonia, and Ukraine in Madrid/Alcobendas, Spain, from 5–13 November 2024. Coordinated by KUFF Asociación de Solidaridad con Refugiados y Minorías, the project aimed to foster social inclusion, strengthen intercultural dialogue, and ra

We as One successfully concluded its participation as a partner in the Erasmus+ KA152 Youth Exchange project "Hopeful Horizons for Refugee Youth and Children" (Project No: 2024-1-ES02-KA152-YOU-000199311), coordinated by KUFF Asociación de Solidaridad con Refugiados y Minorías. The project took place in Madrid/Alcobendas, Spain, from 5–13 November 2024, bringing together young people from Austria, Türkiye, Spain, Latvia, North Macedonia, and Ukraine🌿 Throughout the project,

Throughout the programme, participants explored the foundations of intercultural communication by examining concepts such as culture, multiculturalism, interculturality, acculturation, and global citizenship. Through seminars, presentations, interactive discussions, and concept-based learning methods, they gained a deeper understanding of how cultural diversity influences communication and how Erasmus+ contributes to overcoming prejudice while promoting dialogue, tolerance, a

As part of the "YOUTH4PEACE" project, We As One had the privilege of attending the Berlin Conference, held from November 7–10, 2024, to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. During this historic event, we had the opportunity to listen to the stories of those who witnessed this pivotal moment in history, engage in discussions with EU Parliament members and Kai Wegner, Governing Mayor of Berlin. The event served as a powerful reminder of the values of

Between 29 October and 5 November 2024, we were in Spain for the Cultural Compass: Navigating Diversity Through Communication youth workers mobility project in Spain. During the project, participants explored their own cultural identity, learnt about others and developed empathy and understanding to challenge stereotypes. Through activities promoting open and respectful dialogue, they gained valuable skills to create more inclusive environments in their communities. What We A

Throughout the programme, participants explored the foundations of culture by examining its core components, including values, symbols, rituals, traditions, and social norms. Through expert presentations, panel discussions, collaborative learning, and interactive educational games, they analysed how cultural identities influence communication and relationships in multicultural environments. These activities strengthened participants' analytical thinking, research, presentatio

We As One proudly participated as a partner in the Erasmus+ "Cultural Compass: Navigating Diversity Through Communication" Mobility of Youth Workers project (Project No: 2024-1-ES02-KA153-YOU-000215870), coordinated by KUFF Refugees and Minorities Solidarity Association and implemented in Madrid/Alcobendas, Spain, between 29 October and 5 November 2024. The project brought together youth workers from Spain, Turkey, Poland, Latvia, and Romania to strengthen intercultural commu

We As One proudly participated as a partner in the Erasmus+ "Cultural Compass: Navigating Diversity Through Communication" Mobility of Youth Workers project (Project No: 2024-1-ES02-KA153-YOU-000215870), coordinated by KUFF Refugees and Minorities Solidarity Association and implemented in Madrid/Alcobendas, Spain, between 29 October and 5 November 2024. The mobility brought together youth workers from Latvia, Poland, Romania, Spain, Türkiye to strengthen intercultural commun