<< Background >>We applied for this project to support the integration of Ukrainian refugees and young people with fewer opportunities in Czechia and Poland through outdoor activities. Both Logos Polska and Náš tábor recognized that outdoor experiences foster social inclusion, cooperation, and personal development.Since 2022, Logos Polska has focused on refugee support, using camping, hiking, and climbing to help integration. However, we needed a structured approach and partnerships to expand these activities.For Náš tábor, this project provided an opportunity to develop youth work, build EU partnerships, and strengthen outdoor education. Their experience in work with disadvantaged youth showed the need for new engagement strategies.A 2022 survey found that 80% of Ukrainian refugees wanted better community involvement and EU understanding, while many lacked environmental awareness. This project helps by promoting inclusion, European values, and sustainability.<< Objectives >>By implementing this project we wanted to achieve the following objectives: 1. To integrate Ukrainian refugees and people with fewer opportunities in Czechia and Poland into local communities through outdoor activities2. To exchange best practices between organisations, to boost the work of the Náš tábor organisation and bring a greater European dimension to organisations' youth work3. To educate activities participants about environmental ideas and issues4. To raise awareness about European values and identity among participants through discussions, common activities, exchange5. To create a better cross-border understanding and cooperation between members and target groups of participating organisations.6. To make a positive impact on the issue of environmental change and provide participants with specific knowledge and skills on how to reduce their negative impact on ecology and climate change<< Implementation >>In our prjoject we implemented this activities: A1 Kick off - PilsenA2 Kajakarze. Study visit - PoznanA3 Bike on. Study visit - PilsenA4 Cross-border activity - Karkanosze mountains ExpeditionA5 Project Output development - guideA6 Multiplyer event PilsenA7 Multiplyer event PoznanA8 Growing strogner. Final meetingCapacity building and dissemination activities<< Results >>Our project led to several key outcomes: 1. Boost to Náš tábor’s activities – The organization improved its youth work capacity, gained experience in project management, and expanded its network of European partners.2. Better integration of refugees and disadvantaged youth – Outdoor activities fostered social inclusion, helping participants connect with local communities.3. Greater environmental awareness – Participants learned sustainability practices and how to reduce their ecological impact.4. Development of a guide on outdoor inclusion – This resource provides practical tools into organizing events, ensuring accessibility, and fostering inclusion in outdoor settings.5. Increased participation in international projects – The project motivated organizations and youth to engage in Erasmus+ and similar initiatives.6. Better understanding of EU values – Participants gained a deeper appreciation of European values, such as solidarity, inclusion, and cultural diversity, through discussions, shared experiences, and collaborative outdoor activities.
