🇪🇸 Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Spain 🕊️ Inclusion, Human Rights and Democratic Participation ✊

Voices in Action aims to empower young people to become active citizens capable of building inclusive communities where diversity is respected and democratic participation is accessible to everyone. Throughout the Youth Exchange, participants explore topics such as social inclusion, equality, human rights, intercultural dialogue, youth participation and European values through non-formal education methods, simulations, debates, role-playing, community activities and intercultural learning. By the end of the project, participants leave with new competences, practical tools and international networks that encourage them to become multipliers of inclusion and democratic participation within their local communities.

🌍 Description of the Project

Today's Europe is more connected than ever before, yet many young people still experience discrimination, exclusion, social polarisation and limited opportunities to participate in democratic life. Despite having access to information and digital tools, many young people feel their voices are not heard and often remain distant from local decision-making processes.

At the same time, diversity has become one of Europe's greatest strengths. Different cultures, identities, backgrounds and experiences enrich our communities, but only when inclusion, mutual understanding and equal participation are actively promoted.

If you are still figuring out what Erasmus+ actually is and what it pays for, start here: https://youthworkshub.org/15096/

🎯 Project's Objectives

🤝 Inclusion and equal opportunities: the project encourages participants to understand barriers to inclusion and discover practical ways to create safer, more accessible and welcoming communities for everyone, regardless of their background, identity or abilities

🌐 Diversity and intercultural dialogue: participants strengthen intercultural competences by working in international teams, challenging stereotypes, appreciating cultural diversity and promoting mutual respect through shared experiences

🗳️ Democratic participation and active citizenship: participants explore how democratic processes work at local, national and European levels, while developing the confidence to express their opinions, advocate for their communities and actively participate in decision-making

🚀 Local initiatives: participants design local initiatives that encourage youth participation, volunteering and civic engagement, while developing leadership, teamwork and communication skills

🧩 Methods

🎭 Non-formal education methods

🗣️ Simulations, debates and role-playing

🏘️ Community activities

🌍 Intercultural learning

🌍 Inclusion and European values, this time as a longer volunteering placement in the same country:

ESC Volunteering in 🇪🇸 Spain 🏫 Inclusion and European Values at a Primary School 🌍 → https://youthworkshub.org/21109

👥 Participants' Profile

🎂 Young people aged 18 to 30

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 5 participants plus 1 group leader, with no age limit for the group leader, making 6 participants per country

🗣️ Able to communicate in English

🔥 Motivated

🌈 Respect diversity

✋ Actively participate

📚 Share good practices

📣 Disseminate project results

Interested in inclusion, diversity, human rights, youth participation, active citizenship and Erasmus+.

🌍 Eligible Countries

🇮🇹 Italy

📅 Dates and Location

📅 The Youth Exchange runs from 16 to 24 August 2026

📍 It takes place in Padul, Granada, Spain

💶 Economic Conditions

🏠 Free accommodation

🍽️ Free food

✈️ Travel costs are reimbursed for a maximum of 309 €

🏨 Accommodation

🛏️ You are accommodated in Hostal Rural El Padul, in the centre of Padul

🚿 Participants stay in rooms of 2 to 4 people with private bathrooms in the room

🧴 Bathroom products and beach towels are not provided, so please bring them with you

🍽️ Food

🥘 Organisers provide participants with three meals per day and coffee breaks

🧹 Participants are responsible for helping to keep the place clean after every meal

🥗 Dietary restrictions are respected after being reported by your sending organisation

🏫 Workshop Room and Facilities

🏢 The main activity room is located in the local youth centre, just a 10 minute walk from the hostal

🌞 The team will try to do some of the activities outdoors

🏊 There is a public pool in the town, so bringing your swimsuit, suncream and towel is recommended

✨ Another Youth Exchange built around community and change-making, in a very different setting:

Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in 🇩🇪 Germany 🌱 Inner Work and Ecovillage Life for Change-Makers 🫂 → https://youthworkshub.org/21152

✈️ Finances and Travel Budget Limits

💶 Travel expenses, meaning flights and other means of transportation, are compensated up to 100%, based on the distance from the location of the sending organization according to the Erasmus Distance Calculator

🚫 Do not buy tickets before approval from the organisers

💡 The cheapest travel option is recommended

🎒 Only hand luggage and a personal bag are covered

🗓️ A maximum of 2 extra travel days is allowed

🎒 Preparation: Get Ready for the Youth Exchange

💻 Each national team should bring at least one laptop

🎲 Ideas about at least 2 energisers and fun leisure activities

👕 Light clothes and sportswear

🏊 Swimsuit and sunscreen

💊 Personal medicines and the European Health Card

🍬 Traditional food and drinks for the Intercultural Evening, plus a short country story

📊 A short presentation about your organisation and national good practices

🪪 Gather all travel documents before arrival

🪞 Reflect on yourself and your self-assessment

🔥 Good energy, joy and motivation

📌 Rules and Expectations

✋ Participants are expected to be fully engaged in all scheduled activities and workshops, except in the case of illness, and unauthorized absences are not tolerated and may affect your eligibility for reimbursement

📚 This is a European project, not a vacation. While you have free time to explore, the main focus is on learning, collaboration and creating an impact

🤝 A positive and respectful attitude is expected throughout the project to foster a sense of community and cooperation

⚠️ Failure to follow these rules may result in exclusion from the project and immediate return home at your own expense, with no reimbursement, and ineligibility for future projects hosted by the organisation

✅ By participating, you agree to abide by these guidelines and contribute to a successful and enriching experience for all

☀️ Recommendations for the Spanish Heat

💧 Stay hydrated: always have water available and encourage everyone to drink regularly, even if they are not thirsty

👕 Wear light clothing: light-coloured, breathable fabrics such as cotton or linen, and sun protection like hats or caps

🧴 Use sunscreen: SPF 30 or higher, reapplied every 2 to 3 hours, especially outdoors

😴 Take afternoon breaks: consider breaks or siestas during the hottest part of the day, from 1 PM to 5 PM, with lighter or indoor activities during those hours

🌤️ Avoid direct sun: plan outdoor activities early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is less intense

🌬️ Ventilation and AC: indoor spaces should have good ventilation or air conditioning, and fans are also helpful

🏊 Water activities: where possible, water games or pool activities help everyone stay cool and have fun