Join the EmpowerCanvas Workshops!

A Training Experience for Youth Workers and Volunteers

Are you a youth worker, educator, or volunteer passionate about creativity, resilience, and mental well-being? The EmpowerCanvas Project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, is inviting youth professionals to take part in a one-day interactive training workshop designed to empower both facilitators and young people through art-based and mindful learning tools.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking to engage motivated youth workers and volunteers who:

• Work directly with young people in NGOs, schools, or community settings

• Are open to integrating art, creativity, and mindfulness into their practice

• Have an interest in innovative educational methods and non-formal learning tools

• Are eager to test and provide feedback on the EmpowerCanvas Toolkit

Each partner country — Portugal (Coordinator), Croatia, and Germany — will host a local training session for around 15 participants, guided by 2–3 experienced facilitators.

Suggested Training Agenda – EmpowerCanvas Workshop

Duration: 1 full day (6–7 hours)
Participants: 15 youth workers/volunteers per partner
Trainers: 2–3 facilitators from partner organisations
Tools: Resilience Board Game, ARTMIND platform, projector, flipcharts, markers, sticky notes, evaluation forms

Why Participate?

By joining the EmpowerCanvas workshop, you’ll:

• Gain hands-on experience with creative and mindful youth work tools

• Strengthen your skills in empathy, resilience-building, and facilitation

• Join a European network of innovative youth professionals

• Contribute to the testing and refinement of Erasmus+ educational resources