Moving Education Research Spaces Europe 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
Breaking Barriers, Building Opportunities for Biodiversity Prioritisation in Decision-making // PLANET4B
Picture a crisp autumn day in Thuringia, Germany. In the heart of the Culture Goes Europe shared office space, six vibrant young minds from across …
Exploring the Power of Outdoor Education – Publication // Inside Out
A tool for inclusion of young migrants in NEET situation in Iceland, Ireland and Germany In recent years, the challenges faced by migrant youth in …
Peace on Trial: A Hands-on Workshop // The Missing Peace
Last friday, 8th of November, our team organized a workshop, “Peace on Trial: a Hands-on Workshop”, aiming to test the “Mock Trial” tool for peacebuilding. …
Exploring Iceland Through Outdoor Education – Documentary // Inside Out
“Inside Out: Exploring Iceland Through Outdoor Education” captures our transformative journey in Iceland, where young people from Ireland, Germany, and Iceland gathered to learn about …
Community Goes Europe 6: Meet Linda Sánchez
Hi, I’m Linda Sánchez from Seville, Spain. I studied East Asian Studies and Criminology and recently completed a Master’s in Strategic Thinking and Global Security. …
Youth4Biodiversity: A Forest Retreat // PLANET4B
As part of the Planet4B project, Youth4Biodiversity brought together ten young people in the Leutratal natural reserve in Jena for a weekend focused on biodiversity …
Community Goes Europe 6: Meet Nela Kłosiewicz
Hello! My name is Nela, and I am from Poland. I study Psychology and IT. The study program combines psychological knowledge with IT and analytical …
Back in business! The Grand Re-Opening of the Social Impulse Hub // TASK4ISI
On October 21, 2024, Culture Goes Europe e.V. (CGE) together with our partner Plattform e.V. hosted the Grand Re-Opening of the Social Impulse Hub, located …
Discovering Iceland through Outdoor Education // Inside Out
My trip to Iceland in April, participating in the “Inside Out” training course, was a life-changing journey of self-discovery, cultural exchange, and hands-on learning. As …