๐ Key Information
Activity โญ๏ธ Title
Seed of Hope with Restorative Circles
Activity ๐ถ Type | ๐ Dates | ๐Location
Training Course
24 August - 3 September 2026 | Latvia
๐ Erasmus+ explained โ the complete beginner's guide to Europe's largest youth programme.Millions of young people have taken part in Erasmus+ since its launch, but many still don't fully understand what the programme actually includes, who it's for, or how to get involved. This in-depth guide breaks down everything: the different types of mobility, funding opportunities, eligibility criteria, and what you can realistically expect from participating. If you've ever wondered whether Erasmus+ is right for you, this guide gives you all the answers in one place. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15096/
โ๏ธWhat Is This Training About?
Gain practical skills in Restorative Circles and Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to respond to tension, conflict and harm in groups.
๐๏ธ How Erasmus+ youth projects create lasting change in local communities. The impact of Erasmus+ goes far beyond the individuals who participate. Local communities, host organisations, and even entire neighbourhoods are shaped by the projects that take place within them. This article explores the broader social impact of Erasmus+ youth exchanges โ from building intercultural understanding to empowering grassroots organisations โ and makes a compelling case for why these projects matter beyond the personal level. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/3595/
โน๏ธ Description About The Opportunity
"The Seed of Hope with Restorative Circles" is a 9-day Erasmus+ Training Course designed for youth workers, educators, facilitators, and project coordinators active in non-formal learning and youth work who want to move beyond punishment and find more constructive, human ways of responding when things go wrong in a group.
What you will learn
Over 9 intensive days, you will build practical skills in:
- Facilitating Restorative Circles โ a structured approach to addressing harm and rebuilding trust in groups
- Nonviolent Communication (NVC) โ naming what happened without blame
- Staying emotionally grounded when situations are tense or difficult
- Rebuilding connection and trust after conflict or exclusion
What are Restorative Circles?
It's a structured practice developed by Dominic Barter in Rio de Janeiro in the 1990s. When something harmful happens, everyone affected - the person who caused harm, the person harmed, and the wider community comes together to be heard and to decide what needs to happen next. They are not about punishment or deciding who is right or wrong. They are about restoring connection and finding a way forward together. In youth work, they are one of the most powerful tools you can have.
Who is this for?
This training is for practicioners working in the field of non-formal learning and youth work. You should apply if you:
- Are 18+ and actively working with young people as a youth worker, educator, facilitator, or project coordinator
- Work in group-based settings such as youth centres, camps, workshops, exchanges, or NGOs
- Regularly encounter group work where might appear conflict, tension, or difficult behaviours
- Have an advanced level of English, enough to express yourself freely
- Are ready to engage fully before, during, and after the training and bring what you learn back to your organisation
- No prior experience with NVC or Restorative Circles is needed.
What to expect
The training takes place in a simple but beautiful rural community house surrounded by nature. You will live together as a group, share home-cooked vegetarian and vegan meals, and work in an immersive environment with limited Wi-Fi, designed for full presence and deep learning. Sessions run 6+ hours daily and combine hands-on circle facilitation practice, NVC exercises, role plays based on real situations from your own work, peer learning with colleagues from 6 countries, and grounding and self-regulation practices.
For the full info pack and to apply:
๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ Info pack: https://canva.link/tuwfyhf5hj1wii5
๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ Application: https://forms.gle/t5T6zAiKnPjrjgfJ7
Training overview
This Training Course is
for 32 participants
from Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Poland
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth leaders
Working language(s):
English
Organiser:
KALM International Trainings (Youth NGO)
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๐ฅ Contact
Contact for questions:
Marija Cirule
E-Mail:
Phone: +37129820165
๐ถ Costs
Participation fee
There is a participant contribution of โฌ50 to support the presence of a third trainer, this can be waived for participants with financial barriers.
Accommodation and food
This project is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme. Travel, accommodation, food, and training are fully covered.
Travel reimbursement
Travel costs are reimbursed under the Erasmus+ programme up to the following limits per participant, based on the distance between your sending organisation and the venue:
Greece โ up to โฌ395
Italy โ up to โฌ309
Bulgaria โ up to โฌ309
Poland โ up to โฌ309 (or up to โฌ417 if travelling by green travel options: bus, train, or car-sharing)
Czechia โ up to โฌ309 (or up to โฌ417 for green travel)
Latvia โ up to โฌ25
For participants from Poland and Czechia, green travel is the preferred option. Choosing green travel also means accommodation costs during travel days and a daily food allowance are covered.
Reimbursements are transferred starting from 20 January 2027.
๐ Certificate
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:
https://youthworkshub.org/15122
โ ๏ธ Important Dates
Application deadline (24h UTC): 29 June 2026
Date of selection: 2 July 2026
๐ Official Link
๏ปฟ๐ How every Erasmus+ group chat starts vs. how it ends โ a journey in messages. If you've ever been part of an Erasmus+ project group chat, you already know the energy: the awkward introductions, the overenthusiastic emojis, the plans that never happen, and the inside jokes that follow you for years. This article captures the evolution of every Erasmus+ group dynamic with humour and honesty โ and if you haven't experienced it yet, consider this your preview of what's coming. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15112/
๐ The real story behind every Erasmus+ and ESC journey โ what happens before, during, and after.Every Erasmus+ and ESC project has an official timeline: application, preparation, mobility, evaluation. But the real story is much richer than that. This article takes you through what genuinely happens at each stage of a project's life โ the doubts, the breakthroughs, the unexpected friendships, and the quiet moments that change everything. A deeply human look at what these programmes mean beyond the paperwork. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15180/
๐จ How to spot a real Erasmus+ or ESC project โ and protect yourself from fake offers. As the popularity of Erasmus+ and ESC grows, so does the number of fraudulent offers mimicking legitimate projects. Fake calls, scam organisations, and misleading listings can be difficult to identify โ especially for first-time applicants. This guide gives you the specific red flags to watch for, the verification steps you should always take, and the key differences between genuine EU-funded projects and imitations. Stay informed, stay safe. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15135/
โ ๏ธ Important Notice
1๏ธโฃ Source of Information
This announcement has been prepared based on the information provided by the source.
2๏ธโฃ No Affiliation
YouthWorks Hub is not the organiser, partner, or representative of the projects listed. All applications must be submitted directly to the project coordinator or hosting organisation through the original link, email, etc.
3๏ธโฃ Content May Change
The project coordinator is solely responsible for the accuracy and details of the opportunity. Deadlines, eligible countries, activity dates, and other details may change, or the announcement may be withdrawn entirely, at any time after publication. Always check the original link before applying.
4๏ธโฃ Funding
All funding, travel reimbursements, and allowances are determined and provided by the project coordinator or National Agency. YouthWorks Hub is not responsible for any payments or financial matters.
5๏ธโฃ External Links
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๐ก Final Note: All listings are shared for informational purposes only. Please always verify details directly through the official project coordinator or programme website before applying.
