This Erasmus+ Training Course in France focuses on strengthening the impact, principles, and methods of Non-Formal Education (NFE) in youth work. The training invites youth workers and educators to rethink their practices and explore how NFE can empower young people to become active actors of social change.
The programme takes place in Rochefort-en-Terre, France and will be conducted entirely in French.
Participants will explore innovative pedagogical approaches and reflect on how non-formal education can contribute to stronger social participation from local communities to the European level.
🌍 About the Training Course
Non-Formal Education plays a crucial role in youth work across Europe. This training focuses on improving its impact, relevance, and educational value by bringing together youth practitioners from different countries.
Participants will explore how NFE can strengthen youth empowerment and how it complements formal education systems. The training encourages participants to rethink existing practices and deepen their understanding of experiential learning and participatory education.
The programme follows a strong experiential learning cycle where participants will experience activities, reflect on their meaning, transfer learning to their local context, and share perspectives with other participants.
🎯 Training Activities and Methods
🎭 Experiencing non-formal education methods such as simulations, role-plays, and interactive exercises
🧠 Reflecting on the power and limits of non-formal education
🌍 Exploring different perceptions of NFE across European countries
🤝 Sharing experiences and practices from participants’ organisations
📚 Understanding the relationship between formal and non-formal education
🧑🏫 Developing pedagogical and facilitation skills
💡 Participating in “Power to the People” sessions where participants influence the training programme
📚 Learning Outcomes
🎓 Stronger understanding of Non-Formal Education principles and methodologies
🧠 Improved reflective and pedagogical practices
🤝 Ability to design empowering learning environments for young people
🌍 Deeper understanding of NFE practices across Europe
💬 Skills to support youth participation and social engagement
👤 Participant Profile
🧑🏫 Youth workers
🎓 Trainers and educators
👥 Youth leaders and youth project managers
📚 Teachers interested in non-formal learning methods
🇫🇷 Participants must be able to work in French
🌎 Eligible Applicant Countries
🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇹🇷 Türkiye
📅 Activity Dates
29 September 2026 – 4 October 2026
📅 Application Deadline
31 July 2026
🔗 Application Link
http://trainings.salto-youth.net/14521
📄 Additional Information Document
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