Join us for an exciting Youth Exchange on Sustainability in International Youth Work! 🌍 From 15th-22nd December 2024 in Magdeburg, Germany, you’ll gain valuable skills in teamwork, sustainability, and project management alongside participants from across Europe. Open to participants 16+!
Participation in an international youth exchange at the European Youth Education Center Magdeburg is free of charge. Accommodation in shared rooms and full board are included. Underage participants are supervised by their team leaders or pedagogical staff of the EJBM.
Participants will:
The learning will be facilitated through workshops, group discussions, interactive activities, and hands-on project work.
Ideal participants are:
Throughout the exchange, participants will engage in various activities, including workshops on sustainability, group discussions, and cultural exchange evenings.
Travel expenses will be reimbursed based on Erasmus+ rules, up to a certain limit.
The Erasmus+ Programme Guide for 2024 has updated the reimbursement rates for travel costs based on distance, and the new values are as follows:
| Distance | Green Travel (€) / person | Non-Green Travel (€) / person |
|---|---|---|
| 10–99 km: | €56 | €28 |
| 100–499 km: | €285 | €211 |
| 500–1,999 km: | €417 | €309 |
| 2,000–2,999 km: | €535 | €395 |
| 3,000–3,999 km: | €785 | €580 |
| 4,000–7,999 km: | €1,188 (both green and non-green travel) | |
| 8,000 km or more: | €1,735 (both green and non-green travel) | |
You can get an estimate of the distance that applies to you with the Erasmus+ Distance Calculator.
Green Travel: Travel that use low-emissions means of transport for the main part of the travel, such as bus, train, bike or car-pooling. Please check the Eramus+ Programme Guide for further information.
Youth exchanges are dynamic programs that bring together young people from different countries to share experiences, ideas, and cultures. Through these exchanges, participants engage in various activities, workshops, and projects that promote cross-cultural understanding, personal growth, and the development of essential life skills.
By fostering international friendships and collaboration, youth exchanges inspire a sense of unity, open-mindedness, and european/global citizenship among the next generation, preparing them to be active contributors to a diverse and interconnected world.
The EJBM regularly offers various international youth exchanges in Magdeburg with different topics and learning objectives.
Youth Exchanges at EJBM
Die Europäische Jugendbildungsstätte Magdeburg (EJBM) steht kurz vor einem bedeutenden Meilenstein: Vom 10. bis 13. September 2024 besuchte eine fünfköpfige Expertengruppe des Europarats die Einrichtung, um die Voraussetzungen für das begehrte Qualitätssiegel ("Quality Label") des Europarats für Jugendbildungsstätten zu prüfen.
Are you passionate about European integration and intercultural exchange? Join our European Solidarity Corps volunteering team and help connect local vocational schools in Germany with companies abroad to create new internship opportunities. As a participant, you'll develop skills in European integration and intercultural communication, gain hands-on experience, and engage directly with schools and local communities. You'll also participate in team-building activities and contribute to building a recreational space. If you're creative, dedicated, open-minded, and ready to work collaboratively in a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
The project focuses on promoting European integration and promoting intercultural exchange. Participants will work on connecting local vocational schools in Saxony-Anhalt with companies abroad to create new internship opportunities.
Participants will:
The project will involve practical tasks, team-building exercises, and direct engagement with schools and local communities.
| Week 1 | Team-building and getting to know each other |
| Week 2-3 | Working on the "Internships Abroad" project and visiting schools |
| Week 4-5 | Creating and building a recreational space at the youth center |
| Week 6 | Project evaluation and holidays |
Travel costs will be reimbursed based on the distance from the participant's home to the project location in Magdeburg, following Erasmus+ guidelines:
| 100 - 499 km: | 180 € per participant (in case of green travel: 210 €) |
| 500 - 1,999 km: | 275 € per participant (in case of green travel: 320 €) |
| 2,000 - 2,999 km: | 360 € per participant (in case of green travel: 410 €) |
| 3,000 - 3,999 km: | 530 € per participant (in case or green travel: 610 €) |
You can get an estimate of the distance that applies to you with the Erasmus+ Distance Calculator.
Green Travel: Travel that use low-emissions means of transport for the main part of the travel, such as bus, train, bike or car-pooling. Please check the Eramus+ Programme Guide for further information.
The European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is an amazing opportunity for young people who want to travel abroad and make a positive impact on communities and society. It's a program run by the European Union that gives young people between the ages of 18 and 30 the chance to volunteer or work on projects that make a real difference in the world.
Whether you want to help others, learn new skills or gain valuable experience, our ESC projects have something for everyone. With a wide range of projects available, you can choose to work on something that matches your passions and interests. From helping the elderly and disabled to protecting the environment and promoting cultural diversity, the possibilities are endless.
Not only will you make a meaningful contribution to society, but you'll also develop new skills, make new friends and broaden your horizons. You'll have the opportunity to learn from other cultures, build your network, and gain experiences that will last a lifetime.
So if you're looking for a way to make a positive impact, grow as a person, and have the time of your life, an ESC project at EJBM is the perfect opportunity for you! Apply now and start your journey towards a more fulfilling and meaningful future.
ESC Official Website ESC Official FAQThe button below will take you to this volunteering opportunity on the European Youth Portal. We can only consider applications that you submit there.
Vom 30. August bis 1. September 2024 war es wieder soweit – der 23. Sachsen-Anhalt-Tag lockte Tausende in die Hansestadt Stendal, und wir von der EJBM waren mittendrin! Auf dem Festgelände "Weltoffenes Sachsen-Anhalt" hatten wir unseren Stand und ein ganz besonderes Highlight im Gepäck: unsere "Lebendige Bibliothek".
Weiterlesen: EJBM beim Sachsen-Anhalt-Tag 2024: Austausch hautnah erleben!
Are you ready for an exciting adventure in international youth work? The European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM) offers you the unique opportunity to delve deep into the world of international youth education, to experience and foster European values and at the same time to get to know Germany.
Weiterlesen: Join the EJBM as a Long-term Volunteer and Discover Germany
Nach Monaten der Vorbereitung, Planung und Organisation startete heute "Ottopia – Die Europäische Kinderstadt Magdeburg". Organisiert von und durchgeführt in der Europäischen Jugendbildungsstätte Magdeburg (EJBM), treffen sich über 110 junge Menschen im Rahmen des pädagogischen Großprojekts.
Seit dem 12. Juli sind 50 Kinder und Jugendliche einer Tanzgruppe aus Charkiw in der Europäischen Jugendbildungsstätte Magdeburg (EJBM) zu Gast. Im Rahmen des Projekts "Eine Woche Frieden", einer Initiative der EJBM und der „Partnerschaftsaktion Ost“ des Bistums Magdeburg, erleben die jungen Gäste eine Woche voller Unbeschwertheit und Normalität fernab des Krieges in ihrer Heimat.
Weiterlesen: "Eine Woche Frieden": Kinder und Jugendliche aus Charkiw (Ukraine) zu Gast in der EJBM
Join us for a transformative week-long Youth Exchange in Magdeburg, Germany, where 30 participants aged 13-16 from six European countries will explore and celebrate the core values that unite us as Europeans. This exchange offers an opportunity to build lasting friendships and networks, reflecting on and promoting these values in our communities for a more cohesive and inclusive Europe.
Participation in an international youth exchange at the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg is free of charge. Accommodation in shared rooms and full board are included. Underage participants are supervised by their team leaders or pedagogical staff of the EJBM.
The Youth Exchange “European Values” will gather 30 participants aged 13-16 from six different countries in Europe. Join us for a transformative week-long Youth Exchange in Magdeburg, Germany!
Participants from diverse backgrounds across Europe will gather to explore, discuss, and celebrate the core values that unite us as Europeans.
This exchange is not just about learning; it's about building lasting friendships and networks with fellow young Europeans. Together, we will reflect on how these values can be promoted in our communities, contributing to a more cohesive and inclusive Europe.
Throughout this enriching week, you'll engage in interactive workshops, cultural activities, and collaborative projects designed to deepen your understanding of European values such as human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, rule of law, and respect for human rights. You'll have the opportunity to share your perspectives, learn from others, and develop new skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Your travel expenses will be reimbursed up to these fixed amounts per round trip and per person:
| 10-99 km: | 20,00 € / person |
| 100-499 km: | 180,00 € / person |
| 500-1,999 km: | 275,00 € / person |
| 2,000-2,999 km: | 360,00 € / person |
Youth exchanges are dynamic programs that bring together young people from different countries to share experiences, ideas, and cultures. Through these exchanges, participants engage in various activities, workshops, and projects that promote cross-cultural understanding, personal growth, and the development of essential life skills.
By fostering international friendships and collaboration, youth exchanges inspire a sense of unity, open-mindedness, and european/global citizenship among the next generation, preparing them to be active contributors to a diverse and interconnected world.
The EJBM regularly offers various international youth exchanges in Magdeburg with different topics and learning objectives.
Youth Exchanges at EJBM
Letzte Woche ist unser Freiwilligenteam für das Projekt „(E) United in Diversity” eingetroffen. ?
Freiwillige aus Bulgarien ??, Österreich ?? (Hey, euch sehen wir selten bei uns!), Polen ??, Spanien ??, Litauen ??, Georgien ??, Italien ?? und der Tschechischen Republik ?? unterstützen uns dabei, bei jungen Menschen in Sachsen-Anhalt auf die Europawahlen ?️ aufmerksam zu machen und das Bewusstsein für Europäische Identität ?? und Werte zu schärfen.
Weiterlesen: ESK-Team unterstützt uns bei Europawahl-Promo für junge Menschen
Gestern startete die Schultour von GOEUROPE! und dem EUROPE DIRECT Halle, diesmal ganz im Zeichen der ?? ?️ Europawahl am 9. Juni 2024.
Weiterlesen: TEAM EUROPA startet die Schultour Sachsen-Anhalt 2024
Bonjour! Seit Montag sind wir mit 25 Schüler*innen aus ganz Sachsen-Anhalt wieder in unserer Partnerregion in Frankreich: Centre-Val de Loire ?
Weiterlesen: Deutsch-Französische Jugendbegegnung zur 20-jährigen Partnerschaft
Join our team of German and international volunteers for our large-scale educational project, "OTTOPIA European Children's City", and become one of 100+ child supervisors and assistants at the largest international youth exchange in Central Germany.
Have you ever wondered what happens when 400+ children build and design their own city - without adults and only based on their own rules? Join our international team of supervisors and find out!
A Children's City is a hands-on project for children that aims to teach complex concepts from the adult world in a playful way. In their own city, the participating children can try out different professions, make political decisions together and, of course, have a lot of fun. Adults are not allowed in! Only children and the supervisors (that's you!) may enter the Children's City. This creates a city life that the participating children shape and develop themselves. In a playful way, they have to deal with democratic voting processes and topics such as social coexistence, work and wages, self-determination and co-operation.
Learn more about OTTOPIA - European Children's City ( German language only).
As a supervisor for the 400+ children attending daily, there are plenty of opportunities for you to learn and make new experiences! Gain valuable insights into the pedagogical guidance of children in the context of an international educational project, and working with the 100+ international volunteers offers great opportunities to improve your skills in terms of cooperation, coordination, communication and work organisation!
You will also have the opportunity to learn more about ESC volunteering, life in Germany and the construction/dismantling of a large-scale open-air event. During the Kinderstadt you will attend a small German course to facilitate communication with the children.
Oh, one more thing: this project is the largest international youth exchange in Central Germany. If you ever wanted to make new contacts, get to know other young people from all over Europe and have a lot of fun together - this is the place for you!
Please be aware that you have to take part in one mandatory online course to become a volunteer in this project
10 July, 10am to 5pm or
11 July, 10am to 5pm
In these courses you will be prepared for working with children as well as introduced to the concept of the Children’s City. You will also have the opportunity to learn more about ESC volunteering, life in Germany and the construction/dismantling of the Kinderstadt. During the Kinderstadt you will attend a small German course to facilitate communication with the children.
| June 2024 | Mandatory Online Course (see above) |
| Week 1 | Getting to know each other and setting up the Kinderstadt |
| Week 2-3 | Kinderstadt |
| Week 4 | disassembling Kinderstadt |
| Week 5 | wrap up, evaluation and days off |
Your travel expenses will be reimbursed up to these fixed amounts per round trip and per person:
| 10-99 km: | 20,00 € / person |
| 100-499 km: | 180,00 € / person |
| 500-1,999 km: | 275,00 € / person |
| 2,000-2,999 km: | 360,00 € / person |
Please note that the distance will be calculated according to the Erasmus+ distance calculator.
The European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is an amazing opportunity for young people who want to travel abroad and make a positive impact on communities and society. It's a program run by the European Union that gives young people between the ages of 18 and 30 the chance to volunteer or work on projects that make a real difference in the world.
Whether you want to help others, learn new skills or gain valuable experience, our ESC projects have something for everyone. With a wide range of projects available, you can choose to work on something that matches your passions and interests. From helping the elderly and disabled to protecting the environment and promoting cultural diversity, the possibilities are endless.
Not only will you make a meaningful contribution to society, but you'll also develop new skills, make new friends and broaden your horizons. You'll have the opportunity to learn from other cultures, build your network, and gain experiences that will last a lifetime.
So if you're looking for a way to make a positive impact, grow as a person, and have the time of your life, an ESC project at EJBM is the perfect opportunity for you! Apply now and start your journey towards a more fulfilling and meaningful future.
The button below will take you to this volunteering opportunity on the European Youth Portal. We can only consider applications that you submit there.
Vergangenes Wochenende trafen sich in der EJBM 26 junge Menschen zum Ausbildungsseminar für unser TEAM EUROPA und unseren Jugendbereit.
Auf dem Programm standen unsere methodischen Klassiker wie die Europa-Rallye, das Europa-Battle und andere Planspiele, aber auch weitere didaktische Handreichungen: Was gehört zur Rolle eines/einer TeamerIn? Wie leite ich Gruppenprozesse? Wie leite ich Diskussionen?
Europäische Jugendbildungsstätte Magdeburg
bei der Bildungsnetzwerk Mageburg gGmbH
Lüttgen-Ottersleben 18a
39116 Magdeburg
