Moving Forward
Since 2005, CGE Erfurt e.V. has implemented educational programs that place learners and communities as active agents of their learning processes
Through research, cooperation, and long-term engagement, we work with the spaces of social entrepreneurship, urban planning, climate action, migrant civic engagement, and more.
Our projects are supported by:
European Dimension within Non-Formal Education
For 17 years, CGE Erfurt e.V. has worked with a broad range of educators to develop peer-to-peer, non-formal, experiential learning experiences that place learners as active agents of their learning processes
Identifying challenges
Our projects undertake needs-analysis through a participatory approach with impacted communities.
Research & Analysis
Formal research, from desk-based, to action-based, inform all stages of our project lifecycles.
Work with target groups
Peer-to-peer learning is a key methodology used during activities; our target groups often co-implement.
Working Locally and Globally
CGE works locally in Erfurt, Germany, on a long-term basis, and manages global cooperations in Uzbekistan and the Philippines. We see new partnerships as an opportunity to bring our skills into new sectors and spaces, with the opportunity to cooperate on innovative projects.
Non-Formal Education
Project implementation takes place through diverse methods, such as training courses, seminars, workshops, study visits, exchanges, volunteer services, focus groups, conferences, forums and other formats with local regional, national, European and international partners through non-formal education.
We aim to encourage a peer-to-peer learning environment, that transcends national borders, social backgrounds, and work towards a shared identity as engaged citizens of Europe and the world at large.
Gamified learning experiences
Experiential Learning
Peer-to-Peer learning
Learning from experiences of one another is one of the key elements in our work
Open Access Hubs
Our technical equipment is available for innovators and activists in the local community
Innovation
We strive to innovate in teaching methodologies as well as use cutting-edge technologies for educational purposes. The diverse technical background of our team members and equipments, available through the established hubs, allows CGE to bring innovation to every intellectual product we are working on.
Coding & Robotics
Media Hub
Drone Piloting
ICT technologies
16
Years of Experience
100+
Projects Implemented
23
Volunteers Hosted
40+
Intellectual Outputs
Recent Posts
Missing peace, found voices: Youth building dialogue in Berlin
From April 11 to 13, 2025, the city of Berlin hosted a gathering unlike any other — the final conference of the Missing Peace project, …
Negotiating Nature: Youth explore biodiversity and governance at École Européenne
As part of the PLANET4B Horizon Europe project, we facilitated a two-day workshop at the École Européenne de Bruxelles II Woluwé with students aged 15 …
Book Club Reflections – Session 2: Pedagogy of the Oppressed
In our second session of the book club, we came together to discuss Paulo Freire’s Pedagogy of the Oppressed in its entirety. Building on the …
“Die kulinarische Weltreise” – An International Brunch in Erfurt
On March 29th, something truly special happened in the heart of Erfurt. In front of the Hotel Lindeneck, in a cozy green space, neighbors, friends, …
Second ISIHub Meeting – Empowering underrepresented entrepreneurs: A step towards inclusive growth // TASK4ISI
On Thursday, February 27, CGE Erfurt e.V. and Plattform e.V. hosted an event at Salinestraße 34 in Erfurt, dedicated to fostering inclusive entrepreneurship. The gathering …
Quiz night – International Women’s Day
On the evening of March 7th, something special took place at Saline34. A vibrant and diverse group came together for a night of connection, learning, …
Youth4Biodiversity: The power of immersive interventions and experiential learning
Youth4Biodiversity, part of the Planet4B Horizon project (P.N. 101082212), explores how a learning community of urban youth takes ownership of biodiversity prioritization and conservation efforts. …
Highlights of the New Inherit project
CGE (Culture Goes Europe) proudly continues into 2025 with the Creative Europe project “NEW INHERIT: Innovation 4 Heritage”, an initiative reimagining Europe’s cultural heritage through …
Between Love and War it’s Words that Heal – Poetry Evening in Saline34 // PENDYW
Yesterday, in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, a group composed of about 12 people, gathered for a special meeting of the poetry club. The event …
