GREENEU

We are pleased to announce that the fourth GreenEU project meeting took place in the beautiful city of Godollo, Hungary, during [event dates]. This exciting event brought together committed young people from all over Europe with the aim of addressing important issues related to sustainability and climate change.

The main objectives of the meeting were to achieve the following goals:

• Promote sustainable lifestyles: During the meeting, participants were provided with valuable information on how to adopt more sustainable lifestyles and reduce their impact on the environment. Through practical workshops, knowledge was shared on renewable energy, energy efficiency, responsible consumption and other sustainable practices. Young people were encouraged to implement positive changes in their own lives and to spread this knowledge in their communities.
• Fostering collaboration and innovation: The meeting provided an enabling space for young people to exchange ideas, share good practices and develop innovative solutions to address environmental challenges. Through group activities, discussions and brainstorming sessions, collaboration among participants was promoted and creative approaches to tackling climate change were encouraged.
• Raising awareness about the importance of biodiversity: During the event, the importance of biodiversity was highlighted and ways to preserve it were explored. Young people learned about local ecosystems, endangered species and the negative impacts of biodiversity loss. Awareness was raised about the need to protect and restore ecosystems to ensure a sustainable future.
• Empowering youth as agents of change: The meeting aimed to empower young people to become agents of change in their communities and society at large. Through workshops on leadership, communication skills and advocacy, participants were encouraged to take an active role in decision-making and to advocate for sound environmental policies.

The fourth meeting of the GreenEU project in Godollo was a resounding success. The young participants returned to their countries with increased knowledge about sustainability, a renewed spirit of collaboration and a determination to make a positive difference in their environments. The exchange of ideas, experiences and solutions during the event helped to strengthen the network of young people active and engaged in the fight for a sustainable future.

The GreenEU project continues to work hard to promote sustainability and youth participation across Europe. Gatherings like this one are key to raising awareness, fostering collaboration and empowering young people to become leaders of change. Together, we can build a greener and more sustainable future where we are responsible and accountable.

During the month of April, the third meeting of the GreenEU project took place in the beautiful municipality of Cervia, Italy. This exciting event brought together young people from all over Europe to address crucial issues related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change on youth. The meeting was a unique opportunity to foster deeper understanding, promote critical thinking and raise awareness about the specific impact young people face during a crisis.

The world has experienced unprecedented changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and, at the same time, we are facing a climate crisis that threatens our future. The main objective of this meeting was to better understand the impact of COVID-19 and climate change on young people and how these two crises are intertwined. Participants had the opportunity to share experiences and knowledge, as well as to learn from experts in the field.

During the event, a series of lectures, workshops and discussions were held where young people had the opportunity to express their views, raise questions and explore creative solutions. Efforts were made to foster deeper understanding and enhance critical thinking among participants. In addition, practical activities were organised to increase awareness and knowledge about the specific impact young people face during a crisis.

The GreenEU project meeting in Cervia was a resounding success. Participants returned to their home countries with a greater awareness of current challenges and a stronger understanding of how COVID-19 and climate change affect youth. The exchange of ideas, experiences and solutions during the event contributed to strengthening the network of young people active and engaged in the fight for a sustainable future.

As we move towards a post-pandemic world and face increasing climate challenges, it is crucial that youth have the tools and knowledge to be leaders of change. The third meeting of the GreenEU project in Cervia marked an important milestone in this regard and left a positive mark on the participants and the community at large.

The GreenEU project continues its work in promoting sustainability and youth participation across Europe. Meetings such as this one are essential to strengthen the voice of young people and ensure that their concerns and perspectives are taken into account in political decision-making and in the implementation of effective measures to address current challenges.

The third meeting of the GreenEU project in Cervia was a significant step towards a greener and more sustainable future, where young people play an active role and are agents of change. With greater understanding, critical thinking and awareness, we are one step closer to building a better world for future generations.

Amarante will participate in five European projects for youth, under the program «Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values«, which brings together eight countries, the local authority said today.

The five projects have a duration of two years and, according to the municipality of Porto district, Amarante is the only Portuguese municipality represented.

In this scope, Amarante will receive the partners from Spain, Italy, Hungary, Greece, Slovenia, Cyprus and Croatia, between November 28th and December 1st, in the context of a «project that evokes common European values, such as sustainability, climate change, environment protection, equality, active participation, social inclusion, non-discrimination, democracy and solidarity».

Over three days, tourism, sustainability and sustainable mobility will be discussed and participants from the various countries will be invited to walk the Azenhas Trail.

«We were very pleased to see these five projects approved. Through them we will, with the collaboration of our technicians and the community, youth and associations, promote and raise awareness of values», says Rita Marinho Batista, Youth Councillor.

In 2023 and 2024, the remaining meetings of the five projects scheduled for Amarante will take place, with new visits of European partners to the Portuguese municipality.

The European program Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values was created to «protect and promote the values enshrined in human rights and encourage civic and democratic participation», reads the information from Amarante City Hall.

The Dolores Town Hall is hosting until next Thursday, 20 October, an International Conference on the climate change crisis and the social crisis generated by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The participants, from 8 European countries, will explore, debate and reflect on the current situation in Europe and its local communities in relation to these issues.

The event will be attended by different invited associations and other Spanish institutions.

This event will be the thematic starting point of the project and will introduce the debate on Covid-19 and its effects on European strategies, especially the Green Deal.

The councillor for Youth and European Projects, Efrén Zaplana, pointed out the need to raise awareness and sensitise young people about the serious consequences of climate change. Something that we unfortunately suffered in Dolores, during the DANA, and later at international level with the health crisis caused by Covid».

In relation to the activities that will take place during these days, the councillor pointed out that «this morning, presentations were made by the participants in the project, who explained through projections, the work that they carry out in this regard in their countries, at the head of public or private organisations».

This afternoon there will be a dramatised route through Dolores, a lecture by an expert in climate change from the UMH. Tomorrow there will also be a visit to the El Hondo Natural Park and other activities in which ideas and possible solutions will be exchanged in order to lay the foundations for a common European project.

https://www.dolores.es/evento-europeo-en-dolores-green-eu-crisis-climatica-y-crisis-social-en-tiempos-de-covid-19/

Ruta Teatral Cardenal Belluga en Dolores

https://www.televisionvegabaja.es/2022/10/18/dolores-acoge-un-encuentro-europeo-para-tratar-las-crisis-climatica-y-social-en-tiempos-de-pandemia/