"Großregion Plus - Initiierung, Ausbau und Erneuerung der Kooperation im Netzwerk ""Transfrontalier"""

"<< Background >>MOTIVATIONThe application for this project was based on the need to revive the existing ""Transfrontalier"" network after the cancellation of numerous projects and activities in 2020 and 2021 due to the Corona pandemic. Our organization and partner organizations were faced with the challenge of closing the gaps created by the pandemic while strengthening the network through new partnerships and innovative projects. The motivation was based in particular on the long-term cooperation and personal connections within the network, which represented a solid basis for the desired expansion.NEEDS ADDRESSED1. Revitalizing and strengthening the network2. Inclusion of new partner organizations3. Increased quality in collaboration and project implementation4. Reducing language barriers5. Conception of new youth exchange projects and activities<< Objectives >>GOAL SETTINGThe main objective of the project was to revitalize and expand the ""Transfrontalier"" network after the cancellation of activities in 2020 and 2021 due to the Corona pandemic. The specific objectives included:1. Expansion of cooperation: Strengthening cooperation between existing and new partner organizations2. Revival of projects after Corona: Reactivation and continuation of interrupted projects as well as the initiation of new projects.3. Regular network meetings: Establish a system of regular meetings to strengthen the network and promote ongoing collaboration.4. Reducing language barriers: Intensive measures to reduce language barriers between German and French participants at all levels of the project.5. Development of new cooperation projects: Conception and planning of new projects with thematic focuses such as the environment, sustainability, digitalization, inclusion, diversity, interculturalism and language experiences.6. Improving the quality of existing projects: Optimizing the implementation quality and results of existing projects7. Improve joint training of youth leaders<< Implementation >>ACTIVITIES IMPLEMENTEDThe project carried out a total of 24 specific activities, organized according to the categories defined in the application. These activities served to achieve the project's goals and strengthen collaboration within the network. Here is a detailed list of the measures taken:- Kick-Off Meeting (1 meeting): Introductory meeting to initiate the project, where the basic goals, the planned activities and the expectations for everyone involved were clarified.- Organizational meetings (9 meetings): Regular meetings of the project partners to monitor progress, plan upcoming tasks and improve coordination between partners.- Conceptual meetings (2 meetings): Meetings specifically aimed at developing and refining the thematic and content aspects of the project activities.- Trainer meeting (3 meetings): The joint trainer team within the network met to evaluate and further develop the joint training week.- Project workshops/contact exchanges (8 events): Workshops and networking events for project development and planning<< Results >>PROJECT RESULTSThe project achieved relevant results and outputs to strengthen and expand the network:- Maintaining and revitalizing the existing partnership projects: Despite the challenges created by the pandemic, it was possible not only to maintain the existing partnerships, but also to revitalize and further develop them.- Creation of 3 new intercultural partnership projects: Three new Erasmus+ projects were launched as part of the project.- 11 joint Erasmus+ applications: As part of the project, a total of eleven applications were submitted for further funding through the Erasmus+ program, which underlines the continuous and sustainable development of the partnership activities.- Training 48 young people from 5 countries to become intercultural youth leaders: A key output of the project was the training of 48 young people from five different countries who were qualified to become intercultural youth leaders- Joint conception of an application for a follow-up project (KA2) to continue the partnership for another 3 years"