Y-CARE

About the Project


Y-CARE is an Erasmus+ project dedicated to promoting the mental health and emotional well-being of youth workers. In a work environment shaped by complex challenges, high demands, and constant change, Y-CARE offers targeted support through training, digital tools, and international collaboration.

In line with the EU Youth Strategy 2019–2027, the project raises awareness of mental health, combats the stigma surrounding psychological issues, and provides Mental Health First Aid resources – specifically designed for professionals working in youth services. At the same time, Y-CARE enhances media and digital literacy, empowering youth workers to pass on reliable information to young people.

The project also reflects the goals of the UN World Youth Report (2020), which highlights the importance of youth-friendly support systems and peer networks. By building these networks and developing an innovative e-learning platform, Y-CARE contributes to the EU Digital Education Action Plan and supports the sustainable development of youth work – both professionally and personally.

OUR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Support
Promoting the mental health of youth workers through practical tools for stress management and emotional self-care.

Strengthen
Fostering resilience, well-being, and work-life balance tailored to the realities of youth work.

Connect
Building cross-border support networks for professional exchange and emotional relief.

Educate
Providing digital learning opportunities through an innovative e-learning platform to support continuous skill development.



RESULTS AND IMPACT

By the end of the project, Y-CARE will deliver:

  • A practical toolkit for youth workers with methods for resilience, self-care, and mental health

  • Training modules and pilot workshops to strengthen professional skills across several European countries

  • A user-friendly e-learning platform with freely accessible learning materials and digital tools

  • Policy recommendations to sustainably integrate mental health into youth work and promote supportive structures

Through these measures, Y-CARE contributes to a stronger, healthier, and better-connected youth work sector across Europe.


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Our project partners:


In this Erasmus+ project, BildungsLAB Hands & Minds Learning Center is a project partner and collaborates with seven renowned European organizations:

  • MIASTO LOMZA (Poland)

  • IASIS (Greece)

  • INSTITUT ZA STRUCNO USAVRSAVANJE MLADIH (Croatia)

  • BildungsLAB – Hands & Minds Learning Center (Austria)

  • RESEAU EUROPEEN TANDEM PLUS (France)

  • QUALITY CULTURE SRLS (Italy)

  • Education Agency for Development and Innovation – IDEA not-for-profit Sp. z o. o. (Poland)

 
 
 
Project number: 2024-2-PL01-KA220-YOU-000286535

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