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Earthlinks, Youth Exchange
11-21 June 2023
Chalkidiki, Greece
Participating countries: Greece, Italy, Spain, Bulgaria, Latvia, Romania
Deadline for applications: ASAP
6 places open for Bulgarians (5 people + 1 group leader)
ВАЖНО! Първо прочетете наръчника за успешно кандидатстване.
This is a learning program. It requires full focus and participation.
Travel reimbursement is only sent to those who fully participate in all phases, including the follow-up and dissemination.
By applying to this course you take responsibility and risks. Inform yourself about the regulation and potential risks. Smokinya Foundation cannot be held liable for any of the potential risks, and this post is only with informative and popularising purposes.
𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 is a 10-day Youth Exchange created by young people for young people in order to bring together 36 youngsters from 6 European countries and learn about climate change, get familiar with sustainable practices and develop their social skills by working together. You will have the chance to take part in outdoor activities, reduce the extensive use of electronic devices, learn about the 5R-concept of zero waste (reduce, reuse, recycle, refuse, rot), adopt a healthier lifestyle and reflect on your life decisions.
About participants:
We are looking for participants:
– between 18 and 30 years old
– who are interested in European programmes and in the topic of the project
– interested in participating in all the phases of the Youth Exchange, including preparation and dissemination activities
– priority will be given to participants with fewer opportunities such as social problems or people belonging to minorities, people with economic obstacles, employability problems or with geographical obstacles (from rural or isolated areas)
– newcomers to youth projects are happily welcomed

IMPORTANT
Obligatory pre-departure meeting: date, time, place – to be announced and sent upon confirmation.
Come in person to learn about Smokinya, Erasmus+, this project, reimbursement and ask your questions.
Participation is obligatory, an option is to join via Skype / Hangouts apps.
Read more details in the infopack.
Important! Read carefully the info letter, it contains important details.
This is learning program funded by Erasmus+ programme.
That requires commitment. You will be asked to organise a follow-up activity after the program.
The program is intensive and challenging.
The program does NOT include cultural and touristic sightseeing.
Get to know all provided information in the info letter before you submit your application form.
Apply only when you know you want to participate and you have the dates of the training available.
Travel reimbursement is only sent to those who fully participate in all phases, including the follow-up and dissemination.
General applications are disregarded.
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More information: Info letter
COST AND FEES
This project is funded by Erasmus+ programme: accommodation, food, materials, the programme and the travel costs up to the maximum allowed amount are fully covered. No fees.
Maximum travel reimbursement for Bulgarians: 160 EUR per person.
Participation donation: 30 EUR given in cash upon arrival at registration in place. This amount is an investment in your learning and supports the hosting organization’s local activities.
Smokinya Foundation operates thanks to hundreds of volunteering hours per month and donations.
We ask a contribution of 20 EUR /40 leva/ from all confirmed applicants.
Your donation covers some of our administrative and organisational expenses and supports Smokinya Foundation’s dream to establish youth-run international volunteering and training centre. In case the suggested donation amount is excessive for you, fill in the application form and contact us.
Apply by filling in the form: Application form.
Deadline for applications: ASAP
Website of the organizer: Erasmus Student Network
Should you have a question, contact us: info@smokinya.com.
By applying to this course you take responsibility and risks. Inform yourself about the regulation and potential risks. Smokinya Foundation cannot be held liable for any of the potential risks, and this post is only for informative and popularising purposes.
This program is co-funded by the Erasmus+ program of the European Union.
The European Commission’s support for the production of this publication does not constitute an
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