🌟 DAMN – A Self-Discovery Journey to Find Your Balance and Master Connections 🌿

📍 Location: North of Portugal
📅 Dates: 11–16 April 2025 (5 full days)
📌 Application Deadline: 31 January 2025
📋 Selection Date: 10 February 2025

✨ About the Training Course
This training is designed for youth workers, trainers, facilitators, and youth leaders to explore self-awareness and self-care as essential components for maintaining balance and building effective connections within teams and groups.

Through non-formal learning and a holistic approach, participants will reflect on their emotions, values, and needs while gaining tools to thrive in collaborative settings. By prioritizing personal well-being, youth workers will enhance their ability to contribute to their organizations and positively impact the young people they support.

🌟 Objectives

1. Build Self-Awareness:
   • Understand your emotions, values, and beliefs to enhance well-being and effective collaboration.
2. Foster Authentic Communication:
   • Develop confidence to act authentically, seek support, and build trust in team dynamics.
3. Promote Self-Care:
   • Learn self-care practices to maintain balance, energy, and focus in daily youth work commitments.
4. Embrace Reflection:
   • Use regular self-reflection to recognize strengths and areas for growth for personal and team success.

🎯 Target Group

• Youth workers, trainers, facilitators, and youth leaders directly working with young people and teams.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to communicate in English.
• Committed to full participation in the program.

🌍 Eligible Countries
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🏠 Practical Details

• Accommodation & Food: Fully covered by the hosting National Agency or SALTO.
• Participation Fee: Varies by country—contact your National Agency or SALTO for details.
• Travel Reimbursement: Contact your National Agency or SALTO for travel cost support and reimbursement procedures.

📚 Methodology

• Non-formal education combining individual and collective development through experiential activities.
• Inclusive and holistic approaches promoting self-confidence, critical thinking, and active citizenship.

📌 How to Apply?

1. Application Form: Apply Here
2. Contact Information:
   • Carla Marques
   • E-mail: carla.marques@juventude.pt