Follow-up Activities

Extending the impact beyond the mobility

Following the completion of the youth mobility, all participating teams carried out a series of dissemination activities at local level, with the aim of extending the impact of the project beyond the initial group of participants.

These activities were designed to share the knowledge, experiences, and key learning outcomes related to cultural heritage, traditional crafts, and intercultural exchange, while also encouraging active engagement among young people in their respective communities.

Overall, the dissemination activities contributed to reaching a wider audience, strengthening the project’s long-term impact, and supporting the development of a more culturally aware, engaged, and responsible generation of young people.

The following sections present the dissemination results implemented by each national team.

Romania

The Romanian team implemented several dissemination activities in collaboration with local partners, combining educational and practical approaches to promote cultural heritage.

The activities contributed to increasing awareness of traditional crafts, encouraging creativity, and strengthening young people’s connection to local cultural identity.

Educational & Practical Events

Poiana Stampei

A dissemination event organized by Asociația Vechea Bucovina at Poiana Stampei School brought together 50 young participants aged 14 to 15.

The activity aimed to promote local cultural heritage and introduce students to traditional Bucovina crafts through hands-on learning.

Two practical workshops were implemented: egg painting and pyrography.

Participants explored traditional symbols, techniques, and materials while creating their own pieces. The interactive format supported the development of creativity, attention to detail, and appreciation for local traditions.

Bucharest

A second dissemination event was organized in partnership with AHA Youth Centre, gathering 20 young participants aged 18 to 25.

The activity focused on promoting the project and increasing awareness of cultural heritage among young people in an urban context.

The event also brought together several NGOs from the Bucharest area, which presented their Erasmus+ projects, creating a broader learning environment and encouraging participants to explore international opportunities.

Overall, the dissemination activities in Romania contributed to increasing the visibility of the project and strengthening young people’s engagement with cultural heritage.

Czechia

Following the mobility, the Czech participant organized a dissemination lecture at “ŠMP Mánesova Gymnázium” in Sokolov, reaching approximately 40–50 students. The session focused on presenting the participant’s experience within the Craft Your CulturE+ project, alongside previous Erasmus+ involvements.

Participants were introduced to the structure and objectives of Erasmus+ youth exchanges, practical aspects such as costs, application process and personal insights and experiences from the mobility.

The presentation included video materials recorded during the project in Vatra Dornei, offering a visual perspective on the activities and atmosphere. The session generated strong engagement, with students actively asking questions and expressing interest in participating in future projects. Some participants requested guidance on how to apply immediately after the session.

Additionally, a resource document with recommended Erasmus+ organizations was shared with participants. Overall, the activity successfully promoted Erasmus+ opportunities and inspired young people to become more involved in international mobility projects.

North Macedonia

The Macedonian team organized a live dissemination event within their local community, focusing on promoting cultural heritage and sharing the experience of the youth exchange.

The event gathered approximately 30 young participants and included a presentation of the project and its objectives, storytelling sessions about the experience in Vatra Dornei and interactive discussion on the importance of preserving traditions.

Participants were also engaged in a small creative activity inspired by the workshops experienced during the mobility, encouraging them to reflect on their own cultural identity.

The session fostered curiosity, dialogue, and a deeper appreciation for cultural heritage among participants.

Italy

The Italian team implemented a local dissemination event in a community setting, bringing together around 25 young participants.

The event combined presentation and interactive elements, including an overview of the Craft Your CulturE+ project and its outcomes, discussions on the role of traditional crafts in modern society and a small hands-on activity inspired by the workshops carried out during the mobility

Participants were encouraged to share their own cultural traditions and reflect on similarities and differences across European cultures.

The activity contributed to raising awareness of cultural heritage and promoting intercultural understanding at local level.

Poland

The Polish team carried out multiple dissemination activities, combining creative workshops, peer learning and presentations. These activities focused on engaging participants through practical experiences and informal learning.

Bolszewo
A traditional paper-cutting activity inspired by the Kurpie tradition (inscribed on Poland’s National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage) was organized in a family setting. Participants created decorative paper snowflakes and presented them within their local context, promoting traditional craftsmanship.

Warsaw
A Christmas-themed workshop gathered several young participants to create paper chain decorations.

The activity encouraged teamwork, creativity, and engagement with traditional festive crafts.

Peer Learning Sessions

An online group meeting (9 December) brought together participants and their friends to share Erasmus+ experiences and promote future participation.
A small informal workshop (6 January) involved creating paper decorations while discussing the mobility experience and planning future creative activities such as embroidery.

Wrocław
A 45-minute presentation at Liceum Ogólnokształcące nr. 8 reached a group of students aged 17–18.

The session included an introduction to Erasmus+ youth exchanges, a personal presentation of the project experience and open discussion and Q&A session

Online Dissemination
An additional online meeting was organized to present the project and share its outcomes with a broader audience.

Overall, the dissemination activities in Poland engaged participants through both creative practice and educational dialogue, promoting cultural heritage and Erasmus+ opportunities.

Spain

The Spanish team organized an online dissemination meeting, connecting 11 participants through a videoconference format. The session focused on presenting the Craft Your CulturE+ experience and reflecting on its impact.

Participants explored the objectives and themes of the project, the intercultural dimension of the exchange and key activities such as workshops, cultural events, and collaborative outputs.

The meeting also highlighted the development of essential competences, including teamwork, communication, intercultural awareness, and active citizenship. The interactive format allowed for reflection, discussion, and exchange of perspectives, while encouraging other young people to participate in future mobility projects.

Overall, the activity contributed to multiplying the project’s impact and reinforcing the value of Erasmus+ as a learning and personal development opportunity.

Overall Impact of Follow-up Activities

The dissemination activities implemented across all partner countries successfully extended the reach and impact of the project beyond the initial group of participants.

Through a combination of workshops, presentations, creative activities, and discussions, the project engaged a diverse audience of young people and local stakeholders.

These activities contributed to promoting awareness of cultural heritage and traditional crafts, encouraging active participation and creativity among young people, strengthening intercultural understanding and European identity and increasing awareness of Erasmus+ opportunities.

By acting as multipliers, participants played a key role in transferring knowledge, inspiring engagement, and fostering appreciation for cultural diversity.

Overall, the dissemination phase reinforced the project’s long-term impact, supporting the development of a more culturally aware, responsible, and engaged generation of young people.

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