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Peaceful minds
FunderEuropean Commission
Funder Contribution €60,000.00
Funded underERASMUS+ | Partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices | Small-scale partnerships in youth
Project code2022-1-EE01-KA210-YOU-000084387
Open Access mandatePublications: NoResearch data: No
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"<< Background >>The Peaceful Minds Project was initiated to address the severe humanitarian and social challenges resulting from the Russian invasion of Ukraine in March 2022, which triggered Europe's largest refugee crisis since World War II. As millions fled Ukraine, with over ten million people displaced, neighboring countries like Estonia, Latvia, and Slovakia faced an unprecedented influx of refugees, many of whom were minors.Recognizing the immediate need for comprehensive support, the project aimed to bolster the capabilities of organizations working with refugees and asylum seekers. The core motivation was to foster solidarity and cohesion across Europe, providing essential support to those directly impacted by the war. The project focused on promoting peacemaking and peacebuilding, particularly through educational programs for youth workers and educators. These initiatives were designed to reduce the conflict's negative consequences, facilitate integration, and encourage community involvement.Additionally, by creating platforms for dialogue between Ukrainian refugees and local populations, and focusing on mental health and trauma recovery, the project sought to address both the immediate and long-term effects of displacement. << Objectives >>The project aimed to:Work with refugees and asylum seekers to contribute towards a more solidary and cohesive Europe.Utilize peacemaking and peacebuilding strategies in our work with young people, youth workers, and educators through both training and practical implementation.Reduce and decrease the consequences of the Russian-Ukrainian war and the resulting refugee crisis through active youth engagement, integration activities and community work.Within the project, we wanted to create peacemaking educational programs for youth leaders, workers, and educators. We also aimed to organize youth and community-led events to facilitate dialogue between Ukrainian refugees and the local population and to support mental health and trauma recovery. These initiatives were designed to address both the immediate and long-term challenges faced by refugees and host communities, fostering an environment of understanding and resilience.<< Implementation >>In Estonia, diverse activities targeted both social engagement and skills development for young people. These included art classes in glass, ceramics, and watercolor, bread-making workshops, and organizing Saint Nicolaus Day for Ukrainian kids. The project also hosted markets and community events in collaboration with local NGOs, drawing significant participation and enhancing cultural exchange.In Latvia, the focus was on engaging Ukrainian youth through creative workshops, game evenings, performance labs, and art exhibitions. This not only showcased cultural talents but also raised awareness and support for the Ukrainian cause. Slovakia contributed by organizing regular meetings for teens and Ukrainian clubs in schools to aid integration.Furthermore, regional training sessions included a Basic Trauma Education training in Tallinn and a ""Peace and YOUth"" training in Sigulda, enhancing the skills of youth workers and educators in trauma-informed approaches and peacebuilding, online workshops, and Peacemaking programme in Slovakia. In total the project reached 1,290 participants, effectively promoting peace, supporting integration, and enhancing community resilience.<< Results >>The Peaceful Minds Project yielded significant results and outputs, deeply impacting participants and partner organizations. Highlights include:Peace and YOUth Programme: Received transformative feedback for its role in promoting peace among youth.Learning Outcomes: Participants developed skills in peacemaking, mental health support, and trauma-informed care.Organizational Capacity Building: Enhanced abilities of partner organizations to address peacebuilding and mental health, with new international and regional partnerships formed.Empowering Stories of Ukrainian Youth (UA-YOUTH): Stories collected and shared to foster understanding among Estonian youth about their Ukrainian peers.Peacemaking Cards: Used in sessions to facilitate deep personal engagement with peacemaking concepts.The Hero's Journey Activity: Raised awareness about the challenges and resilience of Ukrainian youth.Enhanced Expertise in Trauma-Informed Practices: Expanded the toolkit for dealing with trauma-related topics within communities.These achievements have contributed to the project's lasting impact on its participants and broader communities.Project results are gathered here: https://www.vitatiim.ee/peacefulminds"
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"<< Background >>The Peaceful Minds Project was initiated to address the severe humanitarian and social challenges resulting from the Russian invasion of Ukraine in March 2022, which triggered Europe's largest refugee crisis since World War II. As millions fled Ukraine, with over ten million people displaced, neighboring countries like Estonia, Latvia, and Slovakia faced an unprecedented influx of refugees, many of whom were minors.Recognizing the immediate need for comprehensive support, the project aimed to bolster the capabilities of organizations working with refugees and asylum seekers. The core motivation was to foster solidarity and cohesion across Europe, providing essential support to those directly impacted by the war. The project focused on promoting peacemaking and peacebuilding, particularly through educational programs for youth workers and educators. These initiatives were designed to reduce the conflict's negative consequences, facilitate integration, and encourage community involvement.Additionally, by creating platforms for dialogue between Ukrainian refugees and local populations, and focusing on mental health and trauma recovery, the project sought to address both the immediate and long-term effects of displacement. << Objectives >>The project aimed to:Work with refugees and asylum seekers to contribute towards a more solidary and cohesive Europe.Utilize peacemaking and peacebuilding strategies in our work with young people, youth workers, and educators through both training and practical implementation.Reduce and decrease the consequences of the Russian-Ukrainian war and the resulting refugee crisis through active youth engagement, integration activities and community work.Within the project, we wanted to create peacemaking educational programs for youth leaders, workers, and educators. We also aimed to organize youth and community-led events to facilitate dialogue between Ukrainian refugees and the local population and to support mental health and trauma recovery. These initiatives were designed to address both the immediate and long-term challenges faced by refugees and host communities, fostering an environment of understanding and resilience.<< Implementation >>In Estonia, diverse activities targeted both social engagement and skills development for young people. These included art classes in glass, ceramics, and watercolor, bread-making workshops, and organizing Saint Nicolaus Day for Ukrainian kids. The project also hosted markets and community events in collaboration with local NGOs, drawing significant participation and enhancing cultural exchange.In Latvia, the focus was on engaging Ukrainian youth through creative workshops, game evenings, performance labs, and art exhibitions. This not only showcased cultural talents but also raised awareness and support for the Ukrainian cause. Slovakia contributed by organizing regular meetings for teens and Ukrainian clubs in schools to aid integration.Furthermore, regional training sessions included a Basic Trauma Education training in Tallinn and a ""Peace and YOUth"" training in Sigulda, enhancing the skills of youth workers and educators in trauma-informed approaches and peacebuilding, online workshops, and Peacemaking programme in Slovakia. In total the project reached 1,290 participants, effectively promoting peace, supporting integration, and enhancing community resilience.<< Results >>The Peaceful Minds Project yielded significant results and outputs, deeply impacting participants and partner organizations. Highlights include:Peace and YOUth Programme: Received transformative feedback for its role in promoting peace among youth.Learning Outcomes: Participants developed skills in peacemaking, mental health support, and trauma-informed care.Organizational Capacity Building: Enhanced abilities of partner organizations to address peacebuilding and mental health, with new international and regional partnerships formed.Empowering Stories of Ukrainian Youth (UA-YOUTH): Stories collected and shared to foster understanding among Estonian youth about their Ukrainian peers.Peacemaking Cards: Used in sessions to facilitate deep personal engagement with peacemaking concepts.The Hero's Journey Activity: Raised awareness about the challenges and resilience of Ukrainian youth.Enhanced Expertise in Trauma-Informed Practices: Expanded the toolkit for dealing with trauma-related topics within communities.These achievements have contributed to the project's lasting impact on its participants and broader communities.Project results are gathered here: https://www.vitatiim.ee/peacefulminds"
