Building Bridges is a dynamic, youth-centered initiative designed to promote the European Youth Goals, foster intercultural understanding, and strengthen key soft skills such as critical thinking, public speaking, and digital communication.
Grounded in the values of restorative justice—power sharing, equality, dignity, and respect—the project creates inclusive spaces where all young people can thrive and be heard.
Why Building Bridges?
We believe that virtual exchanges and accessible learning opportunities can empower every young person—regardless of background or location—to become active, informed, and confident changemakers.
From Local Actions to Global Impact
Through innovative online tools and international collaboration, participants discover how their local efforts contribute to broader global objectives—connecting the dots between community engagement, the European Youth Goals, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Project Objectives
- Promote access to international learning opportunities for young people in rural and marginalized communities.
- Build digital skills to reduce the digital divide in under-resourced regions.
- Encourage dialogue and mutual understanding across diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Raise awareness of global frameworks like the EU Youth Goals and SDGs—and how youth can drive change.
Project results
1. eLearning Program
- Available in seven languages: English, Romanian, Italian, Greek, Somali, Arabic, and Swahili.
- Focuses on the European Youth Goals (EYG) and how they relate to young people’s lives.
- Promotes intercultural understanding and mutual learning between youth across different regions.
- Includes interactive modules on:
‣ Public speaking
‣ Campaigning
‣ Critical thinking - Equips young people with the skills to participate actively, lead with confidence, and create positive change in their communities inspired by restorative justice values.
2. Youth Workers’ training on facilitation of Virtual Exchanges
- ACYD, RJ4All, and Tamasha co-leaded a training in Tanzania for 30 youth workers from the six partner countries. The training equipped youth workers with the skills to support young people in experiencing meaningful virtual exchanges.
ACYD contributed with expertise on online tools and methods for facilitation, helping participants design and deliver engaging and inclusive digital activities.
RJ4All focused on using restorative justice approaches to manage online conflicts, enabling youth workers to foster trust and reconciliation in virtual spaces.
Tamasha bright experience in communication and managing group dynamics, supporting participants in building strong, collaborative, and empathetic online communities.
Together, the three organisations ensure a comprehensive approach to facilitator development, blending digital, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills for impactful youth engagement.”
3. Virtual Youth Exchanges
Engaging 1,000 young people in interactive, intercultural online experiences—breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and building empathy across borders.
GA Number: 101193453 | Duration: 36 months
Project Coordinator: ASOCIATIA ‘ASSOCIATION COLOUR YOUR DREAMS’ (ACYD)
Website: buildingbridgesP.eu
