SUMMARY

Finding Your Voice is an Erasmus+ training course designed for passionate youth workers, artists,  educators and change makers. 

This unique course invites you to discover the revolutionary power of singing and vocal expression as a dynamic methodology for youth work. You will gain practical, creative tools to empower young people to boost their self-esteem, foster personal growth, and foundations to actively engage them in democratic processes, helping them find their own voice for change, inspired by the potent legacy of protest songs. 

More than just professional development, this course offers a chance to experience the joy and power of your own voice and connect with a vibrant international network of expressive peers. 

Come and find your voice, and help young people find theirs!

What is “Finding Your Voice”?

Finding Your Voice is a training course that offers an opportunity for youth workers and those working with young people the opportunity to explore and develop the use of voice and singing as a methodology for promoting democratic participation.

The connection between music and politics, particularly political expression in song, has been seen in many cultures. Although music can influence political movements and rituals, it is not clear how or to what extent general audiences relate to music on a political level. Music can express anti-establishment or protest themes, including anti-war songs, but also pro-establishment ideas can be represented. From the  ‘singing revolution’ across the Baltic countries to the punk anti-establishment of the 70’s and more recently of Pussy Riot in Russia, music and song seem to lend itself well as a platform for protest. More recently the social media phenomena of TikTok has also become an outlet for sharing opinions through song. 

How as youth workers can we encourage the young people we work with to explore and engage as active citizens in the democratic process and find their political voice?

This training wants to firstly explore the benefits of singing as a youth tool and methodology. How can we utilize singing for promoting self confidence and developing positive self esteem and other youth work priorities such as teamwork, problem solving and cultural expression. 

We will then look to explore the power and influence of the ‘protest song’ and how we can use singing for promoting democratic participation. While throughout the training developing our own development and expression through working on our own voice. 

Course Aims & Objectives

Target Groups 

Who can apply? 

• Youth leaders, 
• Youth and social workers, 
• Artists and creatives working with young people,
• Educators, and all those who have a professional interest in the field of education and youth work.
• 18+ and working with young people. 

We have no maximum age restrictions. as we believe that a group with a diverse age range will provide a rich variety of perspectives and experiences, which will give added value to the training experience.

Participants who are resident in one one of the following countries are eligible to apply: 

If your require information in your local language please contact the partner listed above

Our Approach and Working Methods

Finding Your Voice is a transformative learning journey that will equip you with unique, powerful tools for your youth work. The Finding Your Voice training course uses an array of creative and non-formal techniques designed to provide a unique and wonderful personal and professional development opportunity as well as inspire creative youth practice.

The entire programme is structured around the principles of non-formal education: its not about lectures; it's about experiencing, doing, and reflecting. ensuring that you are actively engaged throughout. The training team, will guide you through a diverse mix of activities that stimulate different learning styles and keep you engaged

The training course covers an array of creative and informal techniques to make this a unique and wonderful personal and professional development opportunity. 

You will not only gain new creative tools but also develop crucial competences like effective communication, active listening, empathy, fostering creativity, managing ambiguity, and boosting self-confidence.

Costs

We are very grateful that the project has been financed by the Erasmus+ programme.

Accommodation and food

The costs related to accommodation and food and travel are funded by Erasmus+ and co-funded by participation fees. 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and breaktime refreshments and snacks will be provided. 

Travel Costs

The travel costs will be covered according to the Erasmus+ standards up to the following amounts: 

Germany - Travel Reimbursements

Travel costs will be reimbursed after completion of the course.

Participation Fee

We ask for a participation fee from each participant on a sliding scale of 75Euro to 125 Euro depending on status

• Students and unemployed individuals - 75 Euro 
• Part time workers -100 Euro
• Full time workers -125 Euro

Host and Organiser

Beasily is a creative organisation, founded and based in Germany. We work nationally and internationally with young people and those working creatively with young people through the arts to realise a range of music, theatre and creative engagement projects.

  Read More About Beasily

Dates & Location

Germany - 10th to 17th October 2025 

Thüringer Wald, 96528 Schalkau, Deutschland

The accommodation will be in shared dormitory-style rooms. All bed linen and towels will be provided.

Notice: this venue is wheelchair friendly but not fully accessible.

Our group will be responsible for living together during the course. It is a normal part of our educational approach and encourages community spirit, responsibility and sharing. Everyday tasks will be shared by participants, as part of the "sustainable living" experience.