This week, we had the pleasure of taking part in the annual European Platform Meeting for Quality Label Youth Centres – this time hosted in Luxembourg.
Read more: Strong Networks & a Royal Visit: EJBM at the Quality Label Meeting in Luxembourg
Dieser Trainingskurs findet nicht in der EJBM statt – wir reisen gemeinsam nach Orléans. Details zur Abfahrtszeiten und -orten findest du unten im Programm.
Die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei inkl. Reise, Verpflegung, Unterkunft und Programm.
Sonntag 15. Juni |
Abfahrt in Magdeburg um 8 Uhr (Details folgen) |
Montag 16. Juni |
Vormittag Sprachanimation Nachmittag Vorstellung des CRIJ und des internationalen Jugendzentrums Actionbound zum Entdecken von Orléans und der Partner des CRIJ Treffen mit Abgeordneten der Région Centre-Val de Loire Thematischer Austausch mit dem Netzwerk «Information Jeunesse du 45» Abend Kennenlernen, Sprachanimation und Teambuilding-Aktivitäten |
Dienstag 17. Juni |
Vormittag Sprachanimation Besuch des sozialen Zentrums «Maison pour Tous de Saint Jean de la Ruelle» Nachmittag Treffen mit dem Bürgermeister und Abgeordneten Empfang im Zentrum «centre social SPOT» in Fleury-les-Aubrais Diskussion und thematischer Austausch Abend Sprachanimation und interkultureller Abend |
Mittwoch 18. Juni |
Vormittag Sprachanimation Workshop "Wahr oder Falsch?" (Medienbildung und Fake News in der Erinnerungsarbeit) Workshop „Werte der République und die Laizität“ Nachmittag Besuch verschiedener Jugendzentren und thematischer Austausch in Kleingruppen Abend Auswertung des Tages |
Donnerstag 19. Juni |
Vormittag Abfahrt nach Pithiviers Empfang durch einen Abgeordneten im sozialen Zentrum Thematischer Austausch und Diskussion Nachmittag Besuch einer Gedenkstätte (Holocaust-Museum in Pithiviers), Austausch und Zeitzeugengespräche Rückfahrt nach Orléans Abend Abend in einem regionalen Lokal |
Freitag 20. Juni |
Ankunft in Magdeburg gegen 22 Uhr (Details folgen) |
International training courses in the international educational and youth work field offer diverse opportunities for educators, youth workers and volunteers to enhance their skills and knowledge on a global scale. These courses typically cover pedagogical techniques, curriculum development, and educational technology, fostering a cross-cultural perspective.
Participants engage in collaborative learning, gaining insights into varied teaching methodologies, youth engagement strategies, and cultural nuances. Ultimately, these programs equip educators and youth workers with the tools to create more inclusive and effective learning environments and youth development initiatives.
The EJBM regularly offers various international training courses in Magdeburg with different topics and learning objectives.
EJBM training courses are primarily aimed at professionals who are currently actively involved in youth work. Volunteers in the field are also invited to attend. If there are more applications than places available, a pre-selection procedure will take place.
On 11 April 2025, the moment had come: The European Youth Education Centre (EJBM) was officially awarded the Quality Label for Youth Centres by the Council of Europe. We are now part of a select group of just 15 recognised centres across Europe – and only the second in Germany to receive this special honour.
Read more: Officially certified: the Council of Europe awards Quality Label to EJBM
Join our next ESC Team at the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM) and help create a vibrant hub for European education! As part of a diverse international team, you help develop and test learning tools on Europe, human rights, and European values – and bring your own ideas into action.
During your ESC at the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM), you'll support our team in developing and improving educational materials on Europe, the European Union, human rights, and European values. Together, we’ll explore and test interactive methods such as learning games, workshops, simulations, and creative tools to make Europe more accessible and engaging for young people. A key part of your mission will be to try out the materials in practice with youth groups and help us reflect and refine them based on real feedback.
Your own experiences, ideas, and creativity are highly valued – they are an essential contribution to shaping our educational work.
Volunteers will be accommodated in shared rooms with generally four people (towels and sheets are provided) at the European Youth Educational Centre Magdeburg. Since our facilities can also be booked by outside groups, the living arrangements can be subject to change due to bookings by outside groups. The volunteers will be provided with food to prepare meals with the group (unless meals are provided by the organisation) as well as 7€ pocket money per day.
Week 1 | Team-building, intro to EJBM & ESC, first look at Europe-related materials |
Week 2 | Cataloguing existing materials, identifying gaps, preparing first tests |
Week 3 | Testing and improving methods with youth groups, adding your own ideas |
Week 4 | Final presentations, evaluation, reflection & farewell |
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.
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.
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.
The project will not only provide the young participants with new cultural perspectives but also help them reflect on their own sense of belonging and establish a deeper connection to others and to different cultures.
The project “Where Do I Belong? – Exploring Identity and Connection” is an international youth exchange designed to help young people from diverse cultural backgrounds explore, express, and connect with their personal and collective identities. Through creative workshops, discussions, and collaborative activities, the project aims to foster understanding, build connections, and celebrate the shared human experience of belonging.
This youth exchange seeks to answer the question "Where do I belong?" by encouraging young people to reflect on their individual and group identities, cultural backgrounds, and the ways in which they relate to others. By creating an environment that emphasizes openness and creativity, the project aims to empower participants to understand themselves and others better while promoting intercultural dialogue and inclusion.
Depending on the interests and skills of the participants, they could, for example, develop a theater play, a mural, or a musical composition.
In a creative process, the young participants will represent the theme of belonging in different societal and cultural contexts. The project will address both old and new forms of belonging: from traditional communities and family structures to modern, diverse concepts of belonging, such as in digital spaces or global communities.
Saturday 12th April |
Arrival Getting to know each other |
Sunday 13th April |
Teambuilding-Activities Workshop on Forms of Belonging Transcultural Evening |
Monday 14th April |
Creative Workshop Film-Evening |
Tuesday 15th April |
Actionbound „Intercultural Traces in Magdeburg“ Free Time Mid-term Evaluation Silent Disco |
Wednesday 16th April |
Preparation of final Presentation Presentation of the creative product Evaluation Cooking and Dinner together Karaoke-Evening |
Thursday 17th April |
Departure |
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