NextGen in action
Here you can take a look at what we have been doing throughout the NextGen project. Discover the activities, experiences and ideas developed together with young people and youth workers in rural and geographically isolated communities, as well as some of the key moments and lessons learned along the way.
From an empty room to a place of our own: How young people shaped their youth hubs
What happens when young people are not only given a space, but are actually invited to shape it themselves? In Boršt and Škofije, young people were involved in the whole process of creating their new youth rooms – from the first ideas to painting the walls, choosing the equipment and setting the rules for using the space.
Building Active Communities: Youth Active Participation Quiz in Šećerana (Croatia)
An interactive quiz on active youth participation brought young people in Šećerana together to explore volunteering, community involvement and youth rights, turning civic education into an engaging, conversation-driven activity.
Idea Marathon: NextGen in Kneževi Vinogradi (Croatia)
Young people and local residents in Kneževi Vinogradi came together to discuss life in their rural community, share perspectives and generate ideas for a more active, connected and youth-friendly village.
Navigating the Digital World: Young People Strengthen Media Literacy and Critical Thinking Skills
As part of the Erasmus+ project NextGen, partners in Norway, Italy and Croatia implemented a series of capacity-building activities focused on critical thinking, media literacy and responsible participation in digital spaces.
Navigating the Future: Building Confidence and Skills in a Digital Age - Šećerana
The workshop Life Skills in Digital Times in Šećerana helped young people build communication, teamwork, critical thinking and digital skills to navigate education, careers and everyday life with more confidence.
Small Bricks, Big Ideas: A LEGO Serious Play Workshop in Šećerana (Croatia)
Through a LEGO Serious Play workshop in Šećerana, young people used creativity and hands-on learning to explore their personal strengths, values and ideas about the kind of communities they want to build.
Designing Youth Spaces with Young People: NextGen Training Held in Koper
A training activity held in Koper as part of the Erasmus+ project NextGen brought together young participants and partner organisations to develop ideas for youth centres that truly respond to young people's needs.
Young People at the Centre of the NextGen Project: Key Findings from the Community Needs Assessment
As part of the NextGen project, partners conducted eight focus groups with 99 young people across Croatia, Italy, Norway and Slovenia to better understand the realities, needs and challenges of young people from geographically distanced communities.
First Partner Meeting of the NextGen Project Held in Norway
At the end of October, the first partner meeting of the international project NextGen was successfully held in Norway, marking the beginning of a joint journey dedicated to creating new opportunities for young people living in rural and mostly isolated communities.