Wall-ET: Experiences & Training

<< Background >>This project was designed to address the critical gaps in youth work by creating innovative, accessible, and practical tools for financial literacy education. Leveraging the expertise of transnational partners and non-formal education methods, the project introduced a comprehensive approach to supporting disadvantaged youth. The toolkit—comprising a detailed NFE manual, an engaging board game, and an interactive escape room kit—provides youth workers with the resources needed to effectively engage young people, enhance self-awareness, and develop essential financial and social skills.The initiative targeted vulnerable groups such as youth in social care, young migrants, and those from marginalized rural areas, where gaps in financial management competence often lead to cycles of poverty and exclusion. By addressing these needs, the project not only equips youth workers with effective methods but also empowers young people to build independent, financially responsible lives. With its innovative tools and scalable approach, the project ensures a lasting impact, fostering better integration and opportunities for disadvantaged communities.<< Objectives >>The objectives were established through collaborative meetings among partners, board members, youth workers, and youth beneficiaries, ensuring relevance to the needs of the target groups.Developing Competences for Youth: The project sought to enhance the financial and self-understanding skills of at least 150 disadvantaged young people across Romania, Spain, and Portugal within 18 months. This included addressing specific challenges faced by youth in residential apartments (Romania), young migrants (Spain), and those from rural areas (Portugal).Building Capacity for Youth Workers: It focused on improving the training skills of 60 youth workers by equipping them with non-formal education (NFE) methods and innovative tools, including a board game and an Educational Escape Room Kit. This enabled them to better support young people's development.Raising Awareness: The project aimed to increase awareness of the importance of financial management and self-understanding workshops for disadvantaged youth. Through this, it intended to promote better social integration and community inclusion.These objectives aligned with key priorities of the Erasmus+ program, emphasizing inclusion and education for youth facing fewer opportunities.<< Implementation >>1. Partner Meetings:The project began with structured meetings between partner organizations to establish a unified vision and align objectives.The meetings also facilitated knowledge sharing among partners, ensuring a collaborative approach to achieving the project’s goals.2. Community Activities: Comprehensive activities were carried out within the local communities of the partner organizations. These included training sessions for 112 youth workers and interactive activities involving over 900 young people. The activities were designed to address the specific needs of the target groups, such as disadvantaged youth in social care, rural areas, and migrant communities. Youth workers applied and tested innovative non-formal education methods, providing valuable feedback for tool development.3. Developing Tools for Youth Workers: The project focused on the creation of three key resources: Board Game: Escape game kit Non-formal Education Manual: A comprehensive resource of 30 tested methodsTraining on the Use of Tools: Training sessions were conducted to equip youth workers with the skills and confidence to use the developed tools effectively.5. Dissemination Activities: a variety of dissemination channels and activities<< Results >>NFE Methods Training Curriculum:A comprehensive training curriculum for non-formal education (NFE) methods was developed, tested, and compiled into a multilingual manual available in four languages. This manual includes 30 tested methods, focusing on enhancing financial literacy and self-awareness among youth.Educational Board Game: An imersive board game designed to inspire self-reflection and foster a deeper understanding of financial concepts. The game effectively combines education and engagement, providing youth with a practical, enjoyable way to explore financial literacy.Educational Escape Room Kit: An easy-to-setup Escape Game Kit was developed, offering educators a dynamic and interactive tool to address financial literacy. This kit enables learners to engage in thought-provoking challenges and encourages positive actions toward financial independence and responsibility.Digital Resources: A project website was launched, providing free access to the manual, board game, and escape room kit. The website serves as a hub for educators, youth workers, and stakeholders to download resources and learn about the project. Four professional videos were produced, showcasing the tools and their application