Cultural Interaction and Social Awareness Were Strengthened

Within the framework of the Strong Tomorrows with Children project, participants had the opportunity to closely explore local institutions while developing social awareness through intercultural interaction. The activities were designed in line with the project's main objectives of supporting the social inclusion of children and increasing young people's sense of social responsibility.

As part of the programme, participants met with local institutions and stakeholders in Seville and delivered presentations about the project. These visits enabled young people to gain a better understanding of the working methods of local organizations, social support mechanisms for children, and the role of civil society organizations in society. At the same time, participants from different countries introduced their organizations and shared practices from their own countries, contributing to international knowledge exchange. In this way, the dissemination of the Erasmus+ Programme, the strengthening of institutional cooperation, and the promotion of intercultural learning were encouraged.

One of the key parts of the programme was the cultural sharing activities, where participants from Spain, Türkiye, Albania, Hungary, and Ukraine presented their traditional dances, music, and cultural values to children and members of the local community. Bringing together people from different cultural backgrounds in a common environment contributed to reducing prejudices, strengthening tolerance, and promoting cultural diversity as a valuable asset. In particular, children had the opportunity to interact, dance, and communicate with young people from different countries, which helped improve their self-confidence and supported their social development.

Throughout the activities, participants remained at the centre of the learning process through active learning approaches. By learning through experience and participation, they not only discovered different cultures but also developed important social skills such as teamwork, communication, empathy, and solidarity. The involvement of local people further contributed to raising awareness about child protection and social inclusion.

At the end of the programme, participants took part in evaluation sessions where they reflected on their experiences and assessed their personal development. Through various evaluation methods, they shared their opinions about the activities while also reviewing their own learning journey. This process helped strengthen critical thinking, self-assessment, empathy, and the ability to understand different perspectives.

The activities carried out during the project made a significant contribution to the project's goals of supporting children's social development, promoting volunteering and social responsibility among young people, strengthening intercultural dialogue, and encouraging a more inclusive society. Participants not only gained knowledge about different cultures but also developed a deeper understanding of solidarity, cooperation, and the importance of working together for positive social change.