The day began with a group discussion on traditional and modern approaches to building community resilience. Participants explored how communities have historically addressed challenges and compared these approaches with contemporary strategies. After the initial discussion, participants were divided into smaller groups to research and present examples of both traditional and modern resilience practices. The session concluded with a reflection on Bhutan’s innovative mindfulne

The day began with a Hungarian cultural breakfast, offering participants a chance to experience another country’s traditions while starting the morning together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. This was followed by an outdoor energizer that helped bring everyone together. A lively game called “Erasmus Rabbit” created a cheerful and interactive start to the day, encouraging participants to connect and energize for the activities ahead. After lunch and a short break, the p

On the fourth day of the youth exchange, participants had the opportunity to explore the city of Riga and visit several of its main landmarks. The morning began with a snowy walk through the city, creating a memorable atmosphere for discovering the historical and cultural surroundings of the Latvian capital. During the city tour, participants also engaged with local residents through short interviews about Latvia’s historical experience with the Russian occupation. The conver

The day began with a Lithuanian national breakfast, offering participants the opportunity to experience another country’s cultural traditions while enjoying a relaxed start to the morning. This was followed by a reflective activity in which participants created their own “resilience trees.” The exercise encouraged everyone to think about the roots, strengths, and resources that help individuals and communities remain resilient during difficult times. The main session of the d

The second day of the youth exchange marked the true beginning of participants getting to know one another and engaging with the core theme of the project. Working in such a diverse and international group quickly created an inspiring environment where participants could share perspectives and learn from each other. The day started with an interactive speed-dating activity designed to help participants learn each other’s names, hobbies, interests, and fun personal facts. This

Our Erasmus+ journey officially began as participants arrived in the beautiful city of Riga, Latvia. After a long journey, everyone finally gathered at the venue, excited to start the youth exchange and meet fellow participants from different countries. In the evening, the group came together for a shared meal, providing a relaxed opportunity to get to know one another and start building connections. Participants introduced themselves, exchanged first impressions, and began f