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VOICE: Volunteers inspiring citizens in Europe – Tirana, Albania

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The main aim of the course was to promote active participation of young people to the socio-political life of their community through voluntarism. The training course (TC) provided participants with information and tools to its promotion and at the same time illustrate the YIA Program and EVS contributing to the creation of a European identity in all countries joining the TC. The program explored subjects such as: citizenship, role of young women and men today in Europe, how to support youngsters in their personal growth, how to recruit, train and work with local and European volunteers etc.

The methodology used was based on non formal education approach and experiential learning cycle. Participants explored the differences and similarities between formal and non formal education in relation to active participation and voluntary service.