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Civic Education in VET: Key Insights from Our DARE Network Webinar // Civics in VET

On the 27th of February, we had the pleasure of co-hosting a webinar and network event with the DARE Network, and it turned out to be one of those sessions that leaves you feeling both inspired and thoughtfully challenged. We gathered a wonderful mix of professionals, community actors, and NGO representatives, all of whom share […]

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New Position Paper: Civic Education in Vocational Schools // Civics in VET

The newly published National Position Paper “Democratic competence as a professional/life skill: A position paper on strengthening political education in Thuringian vocational schools” focuses on the current state of civic education in vocational schools and calls for its systematic strengthening.  Drawing on qualitative and quantitative research conducted in Thuringia, as well as exchanges with students,

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Shaping democratic competence together: Reflections from the Civics in VET consultation meetings // CIVICS IN VET

In December, CGE organized two consultation meetings (one online on December 9th and one in person on December 14th) to gather professional feedback on the draft National Position Paper “Democratic Competence as Vocational Competence”. The meetings brought together experts and practitioners from education, youth work, and civil society, creating a valuable space for dialogue and

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Fostering Democracy in the Classroom: Reflections from the Round Table on Political Education in Vocational Schools

On September 13th, the Other Music Academy (OMA) in Weimar hosted a vibrant round table dedicated to political education in vocational schools. From 12:00hs to 15:00hs, educators, civic organizations representations, NGO members, and university researchers came together to exchange perspectives through a panel discussion and World Café-style dialogues. The gathering aimed not only to share

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Brussels: Where Heritage Meets the Future. The Last Chapter of New Inherit

From October 7th to 11th, 2025, the New Inherit project reached its final and perhaps most meaningful chapter in Brussels, with the third international Training Course of Cultural Ambassadors and the Final Conference. Hosted by Urban Fox and YEU at TRACK.brussels –a repurposed train museum turned into a creative hub– the week gathered participants from

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Working Book: Access2Success

In a world where digital technologies shape every aspect of our lives, the Access2Success project emerges as a powerful initiative to bridge the digital divide for adult learners, migrants, and refugees. This 2024 publication, a collaborative effort across Sweden, Germany, Spain, and Poland, showcases innovative tools and methodologies aimed at fostering digital literacy, digital citizenship,

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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 NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) situationshave gained significant attention across Europe, highlighting an urgent need for innovative and inclusive approaches. Inside Out, an Erasmus+ supported project, responded to

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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. The workshop aimed to equip youth workers, international students, and members of the migrant community in Erfurt with practical skills for conflict resolution, critical thinking, and empathy-building through role-play. The

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