Our Project

The Our Voice project, funded by Erasmus+, aims to enhance awareness among young people regarding active participation in democratic processes at local, national, and European levels over a duration of 24 months. The initiative targets students in schools, VET training centres, higher education institutions, and those not in education, employment, or training.

Project duration

24 Months

Project Start : 01/11/2024        

Project End : 31/10/2026

Target Groups

The project will engage at least 60 young learners, emphasising inclusivity for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. It will also involve at least 12 educational institutions and 8 educators who will develop and test the project outputs, alongside 15 staff members from partner organisations involved in development and evaluations.

Project Timeline

The project timeline includes phases of initiation in November 2024, implementation from December 2024 to September 2025, experimentation from October 2025 to June 2026, and concluding evaluation from July to October 2026, followed by end-of-project conferences and dissemination of results.

The application will be submitted from Sweden by March 5, 2023.

Strategic Objectives

The strategic objectives of the project include increasing understanding of democratic societies and current challenges in partner countries and the EU. It also seeks to broaden perspectives on European countries and enhance awareness of EU citizenship. Additionally, the project aims to promote digital communication opportunities, particularly for disadvantaged groups, to foster social inclusion. Another goal is to develop educators' knowledge to effectively engage learners, while also raising environmental awareness through digital materials and eco-friendly practices.

Operationally, the project will create multi-access pedagogical resources that help learners understand democracy and the value of the EU. It will develop a methodology for educators in utilizing these resources, as well as utilize modern digital technologies to enhance key digital competencies. The project intends to improve citizenship and cultural awareness among young people to encourage their democratic participation.

Expected Results

  • WP2 (R1) Interactive Variable-access Learning Modules

    The objective of WP2 (R1) is to develop the OUR VOICE Interactive Variable-access Learning Modules, which aim to enhance understanding of the value of democratic society and the European Union. This involves brainstorming and project management in the initial phase, followed by designing various modules focusing on digital communication competencies, key contemporary challenges, civic engagement, European Union dimensions, and creating a pedagogical guide for educators.

  • In WP3 (R2) Hybrid Thematic Workshops

    The workshops will cover cross-cultural communication, national democracy involvement, and European citizenship, culminating in a series of conferences that present the collective outcomes of WP2 and WP3 while engaging students across different countries.

  • WP3 (R2) Hybrid Pan-European Youth Conference

    The objective is to facilitate the Hybrid Thematic Workshops and the Hybrid Pan-European Youth Conference. This seeks to create interactive learning experiences for youth, recognising their civic engagement efforts and showcasing community projects.

The Partnership

The partnership comprises five organisations from Sweden, Latvia, Iceland, Ireland, and Turkey, contributing varied expertise and ensuring a broad linguistic and cultural approach. Each partner will assume specific roles related to project management, digital strategies, and sustainable development.

The budget for various work packages, with designated allocations for project management, learning module creation, and conferences.

For its communication strategy, the project will utilise various channels, including a YouTube channel, Facebook, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp, to foster community engagement and disseminate information.