Active Citizens Сamp online: sustainable development of communities

Sector: Youth
Type: Programme
Location: Online
Deadline: Finished
Organiser: House of Europe: The British Council in Ukraine

Active Citizens Camp is a platform for youth leaders. 

During the camp you will learn about successful sustainable social initiatives, exchange experiences with more than 40 activists, and apply your leadership skills in practice:  organising a team-based project for your community. We will be there to help with the planning and to provide advice about communications, fundraising, PR and more.

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What do I get?
  • Facilitated sessions based on the Active Citizens methodology. You will become more self-aware, develop your dialogue skills, and learn how to plan and deliver a social action project.
  • Funding, a team and mentoring to help carry out a social initiative. You will have up to UAH 10,000, a team of other camp participants, and the support of experts in project management. 
  • Online sessions with opinion leaders from Ukraine, the EU and the UK. Listen to their success stories and ask all the questions you have.  
  • Contact with more than 40 youth leaders from all over Ukraine. For informal communication, connect to networking meet-ups in the evening.  
  • Hands-on homework and small prizes for the completion of that. 
  • An Active Citizens certificate you can put on your resume and share with friends via social media. 
  • Membership of the House of Europe and Active Citizens alumni communities.
What is the schedule for the camp?
  • 10–27 August, from 11.00 to 14.00 on weekdays: a showcase of successful initiatives, networking, facilitated sessions, and project planning.
  • 28 August–28 September: delivery of a team-based social project.
Can I apply?

We welcome youth leaders who: 

  • Actively participate in the social life of their community, university or organisation
  • Have experience in social project delivery
  • Are at least 18 years of age
  • Have a computer and internet access in order to participate in online camp activities
What do I need to apply?
  • Strong motivation to create positive change in your community
  • To have organised, participated in or supported several social projects
  • A short essay or a 1-minute video explaining why you want to join the camp
How do I apply?
Fill in a short form via our online platform and attach a short video explaining why you want to join the camp.
Good to know
  • We will announce results no earlier than 21 July 2020.
  • This is an online camp. To participate you will need a computer and a stable internet connection.

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