RISE - Reclaiming Influence for Social Empowerment

Youth participation activities (KA154-YOU)

Reclaiming Influence for Social Empowerment

AN OVERVIEW

In a world where decisions are often made without the direct involvement of young people, the RISE – Reclaiming Influence for Social Empowerment project aims to strengthen their active participation in society and decision-making processes.

Through a structured pathway of training, exchange, and action, the project provides young people with tools to understand and deconstruct power dynamics, fostering the development of advocacy campaigns and facilitating dialogue with institutions.

With events in Italy (Casapesenna, Palermo, Rome) and France (Strasbourg), RISE offers a concrete opportunity to build networks, develop leadership skills, and influence youth policies.

Funded by the Erasmus+ KA154-YOU program, the project involves 150 young people in local and international activities.

PROJECT OBJECTIVES

  • Provide empowerment tools to help young people recognize and address power dynamics.
  • Create opportunities for active participation through workshops, exchanges, and advocacy campaigns.
  • Promote dialogue between young people and policymakers at local, national, and European levels.
  • Develop youth activism networks that can have a long-lasting impact on communities.
  • Strengthen civic engagement and leadership skills for greater involvement in democratic processes.

OUTPUT

  • Workshops and training programs on active citizenship, leadership, and power dynamics.
  • Creation of advocacy and awareness campaigns designed by young participants.
  • Meetings with local and European policymakers to present concrete proposals for change.
  • Development of a youth participation toolkit, replicable in other contexts.
  • Building a network of active young people who will continue to promote participation and social inclusion.

Time

01/03/2025 – 31/05/2026 (15 months)

Where

Palermo, Casapesenna, Strasburgo

Beneficiaries

Young people aged between 18 and 30, Youth workers and trainers.

funding

KA154-YOU - Youth participation activities