Launch of the Erasmus+ Mobility “LevelUp: Create Your Own Path” in Vatra Dornei

 The “Initiative Sociale” Association announces the start of the international youth mobility project “LevelUp: Create Your Own Path”, organized within the Erasmus+ Programme, taking place between April 27 - May 7, 2026, in Argestru, Vatra Dornei, Romania.

The activity brings together 33 young people and 7 group leaders from several European countries - Portugal, Serbia, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Türkiye, and Romania - in a youth exchange focused on developing entrepreneurship and employability skills.

The main goal of the project is to support young people, especially those facing challenges in the labour market, in developing the competences needed to adapt to the current demands of the European job market. Through non-formal education methods, participants will learn how to identify opportunities, develop business ideas, and build their own career paths.

During the 9 days of activities, participants will take part in interactive workshops, teamwork exercises, personal development sessions, and intercultural activities. Among the objectives of the mobility are the development of communication and pitching skills, critical and creative thinking, as well as clarifying professional direction by creating a personal profile of competences and values.

A strong emphasis is placed on inclusion, with the project encouraging the participation of young people with fewer opportunities, including NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) and those from disadvantaged backgrounds, contributing to the creation of an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all.

At the same time, the youth exchange promotes intercultural dialogue, solidarity, and international cooperation, offering participants the opportunity to learn from one another and to build long-term partnerships at the European level.

The project is implemented in partnership with youth organizations from across Europe, namely:

• Creative Youth Academy - Hungary

• Scambieuropei ETS - Italy

• DGT Polska - Poland

• Guarda a Terra Associação Juvenil - Portugal

• Djuka Dinic - Serbia

• European Youth Bank - Türkiye

together with the hosting organization from Romania, “Initiative Sociale” Association.

The project takes place in a natural mountain setting in Vatra Dornei, offering participants a suitable environment for learning, reflection, and personal development.

“LevelUp: Create Your Own Path” is part of the development strategy of “Initiative Sociale” Association, an Erasmus+ accredited organization in the youth field, aiming to create learning opportunities for young people and to support their active involvement in society through non-formal education.

The project is funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ Programme. The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union.

For more information:
Initiative Sociale Association
Email: initiative.sociale@gmail.com
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