Digital Detox | Training course in Austria


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📅14. – 23. July 2025
📍Neu Nagelberg, Austria
🗺️Participating countries: Turkey, Romania, Spain, Greece, Serbia, Poland, Bulgaria, Belgium, Croatia, Austria
Deadline for applications: 28th April


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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.


Context
The Digital Detox program comprises structured workshops and activities designed to foster self-awareness, well-being, and connection:
– Mindfulness and Somatic Practices: Guided meditations, body-focused exercises, and improvisational activities help participants reconnect with their physical and emotional selves.
– Nature Immersion: Extensive time outdoors fosters grounding and a renewed appreciation for the natural environment.
– Community Learning: Participants will have dedicated time to propose their own workshops. With assistance from facilitators, they will design and deliver these sessions, encouraging creativity and collaborative learning.
– Community Living: Group responsibilities and shared experiences nurture empathy, teamwork, and a sense of belonging. Community rituals will be embedded into daily life to foster deeper connections with oneself and others.
– Digital-Free Space: Devices are surrendered on the first day and returned at the end of the retreat, ensuring an immersive and distraction-free experience. Participants will engage fully in the present moment without digital interruptions.
– Alcohol-Free Environment: A safe, substance-free setting encourages clarity, authenticity, and meaningful interactions.


Expected Results for participants
– Experience increased self-awareness and emotional resilience.
– Build stronger interpersonal connections.
– Develop healthier relationships with technology.
– Gain practical tools for mindfulness, stress management, and self-care.
– Feel more present, grounded, and connected to life.


Participant’s profile:
– Youth workers / leaders
– Young people
– Students
– Professionals working with youth
– AGE GROUP: 18+


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.

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.


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: 309 EUR | 417 EUR (green travel) per person.
Participation donation: 50 – 70 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 Application form and Email your intro video of 30 to 45 sec. Read more details in the infopack.
to projects.movetobeyou@gmail.com .
Deadline for applications: 28th April


Website of the organizer: MOVE to Be You

Should you have a question, feel free to write an email to: movetobeyou@gmail.com


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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 European Solidarity Corps program of the European Union.

Финансирано от Европейския съюз. Изразените възгледи и мнения обаче принадлежат изцяло на техния(ите) автор(и) и не отразяват непременно възгледите и мненията на Европейския съюз или на Европейската изпълнителна агенция за образование и култура (EACEA). За тях не носи отговорност нито Европейският съюз, нито EACEA.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

 


 

Digital Detox | Training course in Austria
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