🔑 Key Information
Activity ⭐️ Title
DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival
Activity 🔶 Type | 📆 Dates | 📍Location
E-learning
14-18 September 2026 | Online, Romania
🌍 Erasmus+ explained — 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. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/15096/
❗️What Is This Training About?
Ready to amplify your voice and drive social change? DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival is a 5-day event (14-18 September 2026, 17:00-19:30 CET daily), aiming to empower participants to use podcasting as a tool for civic engagement.
🏘️ 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 — from building intercultural understanding to empowering grassroots organisations — and makes a compelling case for why these projects matter beyond the personal level. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/3595/
ℹ️ Description About The Opportunity
Join the DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival 2026!
Are you ready to turn your voice into a powerful tool for change? We are thrilled to invite you to the DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival, a flagship 5-day event taking place from 14-18 September 2026. This festival is a core part of the DEMPOD project, which is dedicated to empowering young people across the Balkans and Europe to use podcasts for civic engagement and active participation in democratic life.
This is more than just a series of webinars; it is a large-scale virtual exchange designed to connect 1,000 young creators, youth workers, and activists from across the continent. Over five days, you will dive into interactive panel discussions, practical masterclasses, and hands-on workshops led by industry professionals. You will even have the unique opportunity to pitch your podcast ideas to experts in the sector and compete for mentoring prizes to help launch your own professional series.
Festival Details
Dates: 14-18 September 2026.
Time: 17:00 – 19:30 CET daily.
Format: Zoom, Online (links provided upon registration).
Target Audience: Youth (ages 15-35), youth workers, educators, and NGO representatives.
Daily Agenda
- Day 1 (14 Sept): Hit Record – Podcast Production & Content Creation
Focus: Mastering the technical foundation to produce high-quality digital content.
- Day 2 (15 Sept): Democracy on Air – Podcasting for Civic Engagement
Focus: Celebrating the International Day of Democracy by exploring podcasts as spaces for public conversation.
- Day 3 (16 Sept): Podcasts with Purpose – Launching & Funding
Focus: How NGOs and institutions can use podcasts for long-term community engagement.
- Day 4 (17 Sept): Grow the Mic – Marketing & Audience Growth
Focus: Practical strategies for reaching more listeners through digital marketing, SEO, and social media.
- Day 5 (18 Sept): Youth on Stage – Reaching Gen Z
Focus: Making democratic content relevant and viral for younger generations.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of Europe’s premier youth podcasting community! Register for the days that interest you most—or join us for the full week to earn your digital citizenship edge.
Training overview
This E-learning is
for 1000 participants
from Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries 
, Other countries in the world , Partner Countries Neighbouring the EU
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth leaders, Youth project managers, Youth policy makers, Volunteering mentors, Youth coaches, Youth researchers
Accessibility info:
This activity and venue place are accessible to people with disabilities.
Working language(s):
English
Organiser:
GEYC (Romania) (Youth NGO)
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📥 Contact
Contact for questions:
Diana
E-Mail:
Phone: 0743050487
💶 Costs
Costs
Participation fee
FREE OF CHARGE
Accommodation and food
n/a
Travel reimbursement
n/a
📜 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/what-is-youthpass
⚠️ Important Dates
Application deadline (24h UTC): 9 September 2026
Date of selection: 10 September 2026
🔗 Official Link
🗂️ Documents
⚠️ Important Notice
Youth Works Hub is not the organiser, partner, or representative of the listed projects. This listing is shared for information only, based on details from the source. Deadlines, eligible countries, dates, and other details may change or be withdrawn at any time, and all funding, reimbursements, and allowances are set by the project coordinator or National Agency. Applications go directly to the coordinator or hosting organisation through the official link. Listings may include third-party links (ESC Portal, infopacks, forms) that Youth Works Hub does not control. Always verify the details on the official project page before applying.
