CirculYOUNG
Circular Economy for YOUNG NEETs with a Migrant Background
About the project
CirculYOUNG is a transformative 24-month initiative designed to empower Youth NEETs (Not in Employment, Education or Training) with a migrant background across Ireland, Greece, Austria, and Italy. The project leverages the principles of circular economy to improve social inclusion, foster green skills, and boost employability. It addresses key EU and UN sustainability priorities through innovation, inclusion, and practical training programs tailored to the needs of disadvantaged youth.
Goals
Social & Economic Empowerment: Strengthen the capacity of Youth NEETs with migrant backgrounds to access meaningful employment by equipping them with green and entrepreneurial skills.
Circular Economy Education: Develop and deliver interactive, non-formal learning pathways focusing on circular practices, sustainable innovation, and community impact.
Capacity Building for Youth Workers: Train educators and community workers with innovative methodologies to support inclusive, sustainable development among marginalized youth.
Advocacy and Awareness: Foster wider societal awareness and influence public policy to integrate circular economy and green skills into youth training frameworks.
Project number: ESF-SI-2023-SKILLS-01-0052
Social Innovations for the Upskilling of Vulnerable Youth
Project start date: 01-11-2024
Project end date: 31-10-2026
Activities
Project Management
Effective coordination among partners and stakeholders
Regular evaluations, reporting, and transnational partner meetings
Development of a Project Handbook and Quality Assurance Plan
Outreach & Engagement Strategy
Design and execution of a strategy to recruit and engage Youth NEETs
Online consultations, surveys, and roadmap creation
Co-creation with participants and stakeholders
Creation of Upskilling Program & Assessment Tool
Development of circular economy learning modules
Creation of work-based mentorship programs and ToT modules
E-learning platform and digitized OERs
Behavioral index adapted for assessment and personal growth
Bootcamps & Pilots
Implementation of pilot bootcamps in all four countries
Mentorship programs and peer evaluation
Evaluation and creation of the CirculYOUNG Toolkit
Dissemination & Awareness Raising
Visual identity, branding, and communication materials
CirculYOUNG Ambassadors and online campaigns
Multiplier events and final EU-wide conference
Policy advocacy for systemic change
Partners
Experienced in rural development, youth inclusion, and climate action initiatives.
Focused on community development, environmental education, and support for displaced individuals.
Project coordinator, expert in instructional design and multicultural youth training.
VET centre with specialization in circular economy and non-formal education
Project Number: ESF-SI-2023-SKILLS-01-0052