CESIE is looking for 2 Italian participants – between youth workers, youth leaders, volunteers, LGBTIQ activists, artists and young people using new media – for the Training Course “Let’s Bridge the Gap! – LBTG”, within Youth in Action Programme- Action 3.1, that will take place in Palermo from the 15th to 24th of June 2013.
42 young people from 15 countries (Italy, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Georgia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldavia, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, The Netherlands, Ukraine) for 9 days will express their opinion concerning sexuality, discrimination, stereotypes and issues related to LGBTIQ world (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Intersexual, Queer).
The general aim is to raise awareness on identities and diversity, through activities related to art and new media (there will be workshops concerning visual art, New Media, Performance) and non-formal education methodologies.
In particular, the TC’s main objectives are:
- to analyse the stereotypes &ideologies on sexuality-related issues;
- to promote democratic & EU values, active citizenship, non-formal education and human rights in the fight against prejudices and all attitudes leading to exclusion &marginalization;
- to tackle sexuality issues proactively by including youth leaders and youth organizations & promote awareness;
- to support young people’s personal development and promote inclusiveness of youth service for marginalized groups – openness, dialogue, commitment of equality and tolerance, acknowledgement of diversity.
The Training Course will be organized during the National Pride that will take place in Palermo in June 2013 with the participation of a final parade on 22nd of June. You can’t lose this occasion! You will take part in local and International experience and at the same time you will be able to participate to one of the most important event during this year.
If you want to apply as a participant or you want to have further information regarding the training course, please contact alberto.biondo@cesie.org
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