United Chefs: Unlocking the Power of Erasmus+ & YouthPass

After a high-energy day exploring Caen, Day 3 was all about knowledge and growth. We took advantage of the beautiful weather to start our morning with invigorating outdoor energizers, setting a positive tone for a day of learning.

The highlight of our morning was a deep dive into Erasmus+ Opportunities. We were incredibly lucky to have a presentation led by our Hungarian partner, a true veteran who has participated in over 60 Erasmus+ projects!

Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of:

- The vast scale of the Erasmus+ program.

- How it provides life-changing opportunities for people of all backgrounds.

- The mobility and educational paths available to them beyond this week.

🎭 Learning by Doing: The Youthpass Workshop

In the afternoon, the focus shifted to Youthpass, the official tool for recognizing non-formal learning in our project. Led by one of our French participants, this session was interactive, creative and hands-on!

To understand the 8 Youthpass Competencies, we turned to the stage:

1. Research: Participants were divided into four international teams to research specific competencies.

2. Performance: Each group then presented their findings through **theatrical role-play**.

3. Impact: By acting out scenarios, the "United Chefs" didn't just read about skills like "Multilingual Competence" or "Digital Competence" - they lived them! We were blown away by the creativity shown during the role-plays.

Reflection

As always, we concluded the day with a feedback session. It’s clear that our participants are starting to realize that this week isn’t just a trip, it’s a major step in their personal and professional development.

The theory is done... now, are we ready to get our hands floury?

This project is funded by the European Commission. The European Commission is not responsible for the results or the content of this post.

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