Projects- ConnectED

The ‘ConnectEd: Bridging Minds, Building Communities‘ Erasmus+ project aims at empowering youth workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively support young people. The essence of the ConnectEd project is the highlighting of its innovative approach to fostering key competencies among young people through a blend of formal and non-formal learning methodologies.

Zagreb, March 16–17, 2026 As part of the international ConnectEd project, a training course for youth workers on “Community Building” was recently held in Belgrade. Delivered by partners from Slovenia (TiPovej!), Serbia (Libero), Spain (BACKSLASH), and Belgium (Connect International), the session went beyond theory and provided practical tools for fostering young people’s social and emotional

València, 6–7 October 2025 Earlier this October, we held the International Seminar “ConnectEd: Bridging Minds, Building Communities” in València, focused on youth wellbeing and mental health. Over two days, youth work professionals from different countries came together for a space of learning, exchange and connection. The seminar was organised within the framework of the ConnectEd

We talk a lot about preparing young people for the future — but how often do we stop to ask how we’re really helping them get there? For many, growing up today means navigating stress, uncertainty, and the constant noise of social media. Too often, schools focus on grades, not growth; knowledge, not confidence. ConnectEd:

On January 29th and 30th, Learning to Learn workshop training took place in Ljubljana, bringing together youth workers from all over Europe. Despite the cold weather, their enthusiasm to enhance their skills in self-directed learning, problem-solving, and interpersonal growth warmed up the room. The training was a opportunity for youth workers to dive into hands-on

The ‘ConnectEd: Bridging Minds, Building Communities‘ Erasmus+ project aims at empowering youth workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively support young people. The essence of the ConnectEd project is the highlighting of its innovative approach to fostering key competencies among young people through a blend of formal and non-formal learning methodologies.