Swipe Forward is an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange focusing on digital transition, designed for young people who want to move from passive consumption to active and responsible digital creation. The project supports participants in developing practical digital media skills while strengthening critical thinking about online environments, algorithms, and AI tools.
🧩 About the Youth Exchange
📱 Focus on digital awareness and digital transition
🎥 Hands-on content creation using smartphones and laptops
🧠 Critical reflection on AI, platforms, and digital influence
🤝 International teamwork and non-formal learning
🌍 Youth-led digital campaigns on social topics
🎯 Learning Focus & Objectives
🎬 Develop skills in photography, video production, graphic design, and digital storytelling
🧠 Strengthen critical thinking and digital awareness
🤖 Explore the role of AI as a creative support tool
📢 Use digital media for expression, communication, and social impact
🤝 Build confidence to create and share content with purpose
🛠️ Methodology & Activities
🤝 Team-building and intercultural group work
🎥 Practical workshops on digital media creation
🧠 Interactive discussions on digital environments and AI
🎯 Group challenges and campaign development
💬 Reflection, feedback, and peer learning sessions
👤 Participant Profile
👥 Young people aged 18–24 (indicative, not exclusive)
🌍 Residents or citizens of the eligible countries
📱 Curious about digital media and content creation
🧠 Interested in digital awareness and responsible online participation
🤝 Open-minded, collaborative, and ready to actively contribute
⏳ Available for the full duration of the programme
⚠️ Not currently receiving EU funding (e.g. Erasmus university exchange)
🏠 Accommodation & Food
🏄 Accommodation at Peniche Surf Camp, close to the beach
🛏️ Shared rooms (4–5 people), gender-based
🍽️ Three meals per day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
🧼 Participants are responsible for dishwashing and shared spaces
🥗 Dietary needs collected during application
📍 Location
📍 Peniche, Portugal 🇵🇹
📅 Activity Dates
📆 3–11 March 2026
📅 Application Deadline
📆 1 February 2026
🌍 Eligible Countries
🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇵🇹 Portugal
🔗 Application Link
https://e29.eu/activities/swipe-forward/
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