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Discover ways how to prevent and act against gender-based violence in our latest episode as we take a closer look at what it is and how we can fight it together. Gender-based violence is physical, sexual or psychological harm inflicted on the basis of gender. So what can we do about it? The CERV Daphne funded project DECIDES YA explores exactly that. 

Meet Cristina Bosch, the program officer of the coordinating organisation interarts in Spain. She explains to us how interarts and their five partners across Europe educate about gender-based violence and empower young people to stand up against it through DECIDES YA. And how theater can help with that…She is then joined by Diana and Matej, students and participants of  the initiative For Future under the DECIDES YA project in Romania. They tell us all about their experiences and how Asociatia Transcena, one of interarts’ partners, tackles gender-based violence through theater and digital storytelling as a profound educational tool for emotional connection and awareness. Matej and Diana share their transformative journeys and recognise education as the key to change. As they reflect on their experiences, their stories show the transformative power of education and empathy in combating this widespread problem. By standing together against gender-based violence, they remind us that while this global struggle will not be solved easily or quickly, every small step towards change is invaluable.

In this episode of the podcast, we look at initiatives working to defend the values of human rights and equality across Europe. We meet Valeria Fantini from the European Association for Local Democracy (ALDA), a platform bringing together over 300 NGOs and local authorities from all round Europe. 

ALDA's latest EU-funded project, 'Inequalities Matters', focuses on climate change awareness and action, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups who are often excluded from such conversations. Through workshops and targeted engagement, ALDA aims to empower youth, older people, people with disabilities, people with migrational background and more to become active participants in shaping local democracy and environmental policy. 

Join us as we explore how local efforts can facilitate inclusive citizen participation and foster a more sustainable future. Visit the ALDA website to learn more and get involved in environmental issues, or even become a member!

Plus, stay tuned for insights on combating gender-based violence and uncovering European history. 

We’re diving into one of the biggest European platforms in our second episode: the European Solidarity Corps (ESC), where young people up to the age of 30 can find a huge variety of short- and long-term volunteering projects across Europe. 

INEX-SDA’s ESC project coordinator, Alena Cabalka, gives us a clearer impression about the platform itself and of how an NGO like INEX organises their projects for you as potential volunteers.

In our first episode of the new season, we break the myth of Erasmus+. It's not just about studying abroad, it's a gateway to endless adventures! Especially if you are 30 or younger: this is for you. However, many Erasmus+ funded projects have no age limit, so everyone can take part.

Grazia Cannarsa, Research and Information Manager at Eurodesk, tells us all about the Erasmus+ opportunities waiting for you on Eurodesk, Europe's youth information network.

We also talk with Dimitris Kounatiadis, Facilitator & Trainer for Erasmus+ projects, for a chat about his transformative journey as a facilitator and trainer for Erasmus+ programmes.

Discover the endless opportunities to learn and get involved within Europe!