Longing for nature

Aim of project

The aim of the project is to bring a new contribution to achieving sustainable development goals, involving both organizations and their employees in finding new solutions to solve our common issues. During the project the partners will work to develop new strategies and methodologies to meet society needs in the fight against climate change.
Duration 12 months, 01/09/2022 – 01/09/2023
2022-1-PL01-KA210-ADU-000084268 – KA210-ADU – Small-scale partnerships in adult education
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Impact

The partners are going to work with 2 main target groups, by 
1)Increasing the key green competence development in the staff of the partners of the project
2) Developing new sustainable practices to be employed by the partners’ networks
During the project the partner will work together for developing key competences in their staff and offer new opportunities to increase their knowledge of environmental climate change. In the initial part of the project, the partners will collect best practices and working methods in the field of environment and the development of new educational tools in the three European countries. The aim is to work together to implement pro-environmental attitudes at work and in everyday life.
The partners will also reach out to other organisations and entities at the local level, and work to inspire them to change their attitude toward sustainability and ecology.
Creating a place for reflection, looking at one’s own practices in this area will allow us to gather, conclusions, recommendations and solutions for implementation. The partners want to combine their local procedures and practices and sharing them with other organization to build a wider, stronger international network of organizations practicing and promoting sustainability at work and in their personal live.

Project’s results

• Best practices collection report 
• Country reports on the initial research
• Common conclusions
• Training program and materials
• Sustainability roadmap
• Conference materials and results

MAIN ACTIVITIES

Meeting in Athens
Partners had their first meeting in Greece, March 2023

Interview and research on local practices
Analyse the situation in each partner organisation using the research methods developed and conducting surveys of individual members of the organisations in the areas of knowledge of ecology, sustainability and application of pro-environmental attitudes in daily life.

LTTA IN POLAND – Training Summary, 8-15 October 2023
Learning mobility in Poland is to be the main stage in the implementation of raising key competences and raising of key competences and knowledge by project participants, it will be attended by partner organisations and organisations with which the partners cooperate with on a daily basis.

Day 1: Integration and Team Building
The first day of the educational mobility event was dedicated to fostering cohesion among participants through structured integration activities. These activities included ice-breaking sessions, name games, and team-building exercises. The day served as a foundation for building relationships and establishing a shared sense of purpose among attendees, ensuring a solid basis for future collaboration.
Day 2: The Significance of Sustainability
The second day was marked by a profound exploration of the critical concept of sustainability. A notable highlight was the presentation delivered by our Italian team, which provided comprehensive insights into the principles of sustainability and the imperative of leaving the world in an improved state than we found it. This day also featured presentations on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) pertinent to the project, with the collective emphasis on shared responsibility and the potential for effecting positive change.
Day 3: Advancing Sustainability Principles
Day three was conducted under the guidance of the Greek team and revolved around elevating sustainability principles to a more advanced level. A comprehensive exploration was made into the “5 Levels of a Sustainable Company,” which elucidated the impact of workplace conditions and work-life balance on sustainability. Discussions concerning Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors underscored their vital role in corporate strategies. Furthermore, we engaged in a thought-provoking discourse on the ethical considerations associated with fast fashion, addressing issues such as child labor and impulsive consumer behavior. The day also offered participants the unique opportunity to engage in brainstorming and conceptualizing their own companies, reinforcing the importance of holistic sustainability within both personal and professional spheres.
Day 4: Transitioning Knowledge into Action
Day four was dedicated to the practical implementation of acquired knowledge. Participants actively engaged in group exercises aimed at implementing sustainable development strategies within a simulated organizational context. The ingenuity and dedication demonstrated by attendees in shaping a more environmentally responsible future were particularly commendable. Additionally, participants were tasked with developing roadmaps for their respective organizations, serving as comprehensive blueprints for fostering sustainability, responsibility, and forward-thinking practices. The day was characterized by intensive brainstorming, strategizing, and collaborative efforts, reaffirming our shared commitment to making a positive impact on the global landscape
Day 5: Reflecting and Anticipating Future Endeavors
The final day of the event was a moment of reflection and forward-looking anticipation. Discussions centered on Erasmus+ and the European Solidarity Corps, elucidating the potential they hold for personal and professional growth. As the event reached its conclusion, participants took time to reflect upon the wealth of knowledge and experiences garnered during these transformative days. Evaluations and summaries were conducted to capture the essence of collective endeavors and achievements.

Developing Sustainability strategies
The organisations that took part in the educational meeting in Poland will create or improve their internal sustainable solutions. They will create a roadmap to make a sustainable change.

Follow-up conference in Italy, February 2024
The final conference will focus on the presentation of the project’s activities and present the jointly created guide for sustainable leaving. Another element of the meeting will be the evaluation of the whole project, in particular its second part of local activities and the preparation of plans for dissemination and implementation after the end of the project.

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