Summary

Pathways to Creative Youth Work is a two-part training course realised in Italy/Sardinia and Germany. It aims to increase the effectiveness of youth work practice by helping those working with young people to develop and use creative skills and arts-based methods, such as stories, music, visual arts, and theatre.

The course follows a systematic approach structured around an adaptation of Steven Covey's "7 Habits" model, specifically tailored for youth work and uses experiential learning, non-formal education, and reflective practice. 

The course is designed for a range of professionals including youth leaders, social workers, artists, and educators interested in using creative methods. Participants' learning outcomes are recognized through tools like Youthpass and a badge-based accreditation system. The overall aim is to equip participants with the skills and confidence to make their youth work more effective, engaging, and creative.

What is “Pathways to Creative Youth Work”?

How do we become youth workers? How can we use creativity, the arts and being proactive in our youth work to work with young people? How can we become more creative in our responses to the challenges in youth work? Do you or your organisation have ideas for arts-based youth projects but no idea if you have the skills to do them? How can your organisation develop the skills to support staff and volunteers on the next Youth Exchange? How can your organisation develop the habits that will help you to improve your youth work practice?

If these are some of the questions facing you or your organisation, your volunteers, young leaders and youth workers then ‘Pathways to Creative Youth Work’ could be the answer.

Course Aims & Objectives

 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.

The shared language for the training will be English, so you should feel comfortable to be able to communicate with the group in English.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a two part course and we expect participants to be able attend both parts of the training.

Partners & Participating Countries 

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

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

Costs

We are very thankful 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:

Part 1 Sardinia - Travel Reimbursements

Travel costs will be reimbursed separately after completion of Part 1 and Part 2 

Part 2 Germany Sardinia - Travel Reimbursements

Travel costs will be reimbursed separately after completion of Part 1 and Part 2 

Participation Fee

The participation fee is on a sliding scale 120 Euro per person to 250 euro per person to cover both trainings. 

The fee will be paid for by the partner organisation and reclaimed from the participants at the beginning of the course.

Host and Organiser

Beasily is a creative organisation, founded and based in Germany. We work nationally and internationally with young people, youth workers 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 

AssoNur is our partner for the Sardinian training activity to be hosted in Sardinia. The Intercultural Association NUR is a non-profit organisation engaged in the fields of non-formal education and interculturality , and promotes cultural events, training experiences and channels for the dissemination of information for young people in Sardinia. 

Read More About AssoNur

Dates & Location

This is a two part course run in two countries on different dates with some online participation self directed learning.

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

*Please Note: that the venues for both residential trainings are not currently wheelchair accessible. We acknowledge this may impact participation for some individuals and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any specific accessibility needs, please include in your application form so that we can take this into consideration. 

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.

APP​LICATION FORM

In order to apply to the training course, please fill the following application form by following this link: 

https://forms.gle/dsQrggoeAFQjemXu7​

Apply For PATHWAYS TO CREATIVE YOUTH WORK now! 

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Application deadline

Applications must be submitted by 01.08.2025, selection of participants will be made by local partners and results will be communicated via email no later than 29th August 2025

PLEASE NOTE: This is a two part course and we expect participants to be able attend both parts of the training.