„Jugend in der Welt e.V.“ is a German nonprofit organization that has been actively engaged in youth work since 2009. Founded by young individuals for young individuals, their mission is to promote intercultural encounters and collaboration, fostering understanding and tolerance among diverse cultures and societies. Additionally, they are dedicated to environmental protection and education, with a particular emphasis on youth environmental education.
Through the facilitation of seminars, workshops, international youth exchanges, and cross-border project collaborations, they strive to contribute to a better future. Their programs are inclusive and open to young people of all ages, genders, backgrounds, and social statuses, creating a welcoming and diverse community.
Politbeisl
The group around Politbeisl is an informal association primarily composed of young individuals aged 18 to 30, with a focus on FLINTA* (women, lesbians, intersexuals, non-binary, transsexuals, and agender*). Founded in Vienna, Autriche in 2019, their purpose is to promote political education among adolescents and young adults. Many of their members have diverse cultural backgrounds, with strong connections to countries like the Czech Republic, Armenia, and Belarus.
With a commitment to social change, the group places special emphasis on addressing and challenging racism, migration issues, gender inequality, and sexism. Their dedicated members, who often experience discrimination firsthand, aim to raise awareness and create platforms for dialogue. They provide support for those affected and work towards advancing these critical areas in society.
Soie Rouge
The handmade pads are distributed at social centers, bars, canteens, schools, universities, and prisons, targeting young people and marginalized groups such as migrants, prisoners, individuals with low incomes, and those experiencing homelessness (as long as they have access to sanitation facilities). To date, approximately 5,000 pads have been distributed in packs of five.
In the past year alone, „Soie Rouge“ has conducted over 100 workshops in school classrooms, bars, social centers, and prisons. Through collaborations with various bars and pubs across different districts of the city, the association reaches a wide range of individuals in the population.
Per aspera ad astra
Per Aspera Ad Astra is a dynamic group from Italy that tackles pressing contemporary issues, including climate protection, migration, social inequalities, nationalism, racism, and sexism. The name, Latin for „Through the Roughness to the Stars,“ symbolizes their vision of a path towards a better world.
The main objective of Per Aspera Ad Astra is to initiate inclusive and collaborative projects with disadvantaged young people, both within and outside the EU, with a particular emphasis on those with a migration or refugee background. They strive to create opportunities for dialogue, exchange experiences, and engage in reflective processes regarding sexism in today’s society.
Through their projects, the group aims to foster integration and networking among young people, promoting the convergence of different cultures. By cultivating solidarity structures, they aspire to combat racism and sexism, providing future generations with a strong foundation for effective communication and understanding.
Asociatia Orzontala
Founded in 2016 in Cluj Napoca, Romania, Asociatia Orizontala is an NGO dedicated to promoting a fairer and more equal society. They inform and support groups and communities who contribute to this vision through their projects. The organization emphasizes cooperation among young people at local, national, and transnational levels, fostering personal skills development and a spirit of solidarity. Gender equality, the integration of vulnerable and disadvantaged groups, and the promotion of voluntary work are key focuses. Asociatia Orizontala conducts cultural and sports events, educational activities, and workshops to inform and train young people through informal learning methods. They also provide advice, training, and support in areas such as project management and campaign work. With strong local and national networks, Asociatia Orizontala plays an influential role in their community and beyond.