E-motion: A Practical Guide to Emotional Intelligence in Youth Work — Erasmus+
An international Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and leaders (18+) from 10 countries: Slovakia, Italy, Spain, Poland, Greece, Cyprus, Moldova, Ukraine, Georgia, and Armenia. The 6-day course takes place 1–8 December 2026 at Aparan Youth Centre (Armenia). Topics: self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, youth motivation, constructive communication, mental health, movement practices, meditation, and artistic expression. Accommodation and meals covered by the programme; travel costs are reimbursed. Application deadline: 24 October 2026.
- Age
- 18+
- Cost
- Free
- Apply by
- 24 October 2026
- When
- 1 — 8 December 2026
- Format
- In person
- Where
- Aparan
Participants
- youth workers (18+)
- youth leaders
- educators
- those working with young people who want to better support their emotional wellbeing
- participants ready to go through all stages: preparation, training, follow-up, and dissemination activities
- those who can spend 6 days in a rural location with an international group
Programme
- self-awareness and emotional regulation
- empathy and active listening
- youth motivation
- constructive communication
- working with young people with fewer opportunities
- practices related to mental health, body movement, meditation, artistic expression, non-violent communication, and other emotional intelligence approaches
- experience exchange among youth workers from different countries
Funding
- accommodation and meals are provided by the Erasmus+ programme
- travel costs are reimbursed after completion of all project stages and evaluation, approximately within 2–3 months
- participants must have valid health insurance
How to Apply
- fill out the application form
- describe your motivation and experience in youth work
- submit a short video (up to 3 minutes) about your motivation, connection to the project topic, and your contribution to the programme
Location: Aparan Youth Centre & "altera lab" hospitality base, Aparan, Armenia.
Participants: 24 youth workers, leaders, and educators from 10 countries (Slovakia, Italy, Spain, Poland, Greece, Cyprus, Moldova, Ukraine, Georgia, Armenia).