The journey begins …
Creativity remains one of the most fascinating enigmas of the human mind; at once the essence of our shared humanity and the spark that sets each individual apart. Between the 3rd and the 8th of July, the picturesque town of São Pedro do Sul transformed into a vibrant center of imagination, hosting youth workers from Hungary, Portugal, Slovakia, Romania and Czechia who embarked on a journey into the depths of creative exploration.
Participants immersed themselves in a deep examination of creativity, questioning its nature and exploring its impact. Our trainers played a key role in guiding this process, not only by thoughtfully designing each session, but also by offering support at every step.
Some sessions that offered deeper insight were:
Testing out learning methods
Divided into small teams, the youth workers explored various creativity-based methods in depth, examining their theoretical foundations, step-by-step application, practical examples, benefits and potential risks. Each group then transformed their findings into a short, hands-on workshop: first presenting the method, then actively demonstrating how it works in practice. Their peers stepped into the role of participants, fully engaging in the process to not only understand the mechanics of each method, but also to comprehend the experience of those it is designed to support.
Mission Impossible
In this lively and interactive session, the youth workers found themselves connecting not only with each other, but also more deeply with the training course’s theme and the environment around them. Working in teams, they were challenged with a series of tasks that required them to draw on the knowledge they had accumulated so far, while also stepping beyond the training space to engage with the local community. This blend of non-formal education and real-world interaction enriched their theoretical understanding and sparked innovative ideas for harnessing the surrounding environment as a resource in future work.
Carrying the Spark forward…
This training course was more than just a learning experience, it was a chance for youth workers to strengthen their connections, share practices, and exchange meaningful experiences. Leaving Portugal behind, the youth workers carried more than just memories. They returned home with sharpened tools, fresh perspectives and a redefined view on creativity. Throughout the course, creativity was not just discussed; it was experienced, celebrated, and woven into every activity. Now, with renewed motivation, the team is ready to bring creativity into the everyday lives of young people, transforming it into a practical and empowering part of their psychological and social development.
Results
Some of the cool things we did during this activity:
Photo Gallery
A few more moments from this activity :)
Dissemination Events
Our participants actively took part in numerous dissemination and exploitation activities, sharing the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained during the activity within their communities.
Jindrichuv Hradec, Czechia, Jul. 2025
Dissemination by Anna to 5 friends at JR Bar. She shared the final movie, photos, and the E29 website, while discussing the activity experience.
Mezobereny, Hungary, Jul. 2025
Dissemination by Noemi, she led a creative workshop with 30 young people focused on sustainability. Using reused materials, they created outfits and showcased them in a runway show stimulating creativity and raising awareness for a greener future.
Malá Bara, Slovakia, Jul. 2025
Dissemination by Bianka at Restaurant Majer Bara with 8 friends, sharing insights from the training and inspiring interest in Erasmus+ opportunities.
Latky, Slovakia, Aug. 2025
Dissemination by Rui and Pedro for 30 young people, where they shared their training course experience.
Lisbon, Portugal, Aug. 2025
Dissemination by Alice at Dance School Lisbon for 2 colleagues, sharing her Erasmus+ experiences, and insights from the Spark training course.
Marche En Famenne, Belgium, Aug. 2025
Dissemination by Adam at La Campagnette to 23 young people.
