Representatives of Klaip\u0117da City Municipality and youth workers participated in the international Erasmus+ program training \u201eDigital Youth Work Methods 3.0\u201c held in Liepaja, organized by the youth development platform YOU+. Specialists from Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, Georgia and Norway participated in the training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the training, participants deepened their knowledge about digital youth work, the application of technology in youth activities and the use of remote tools to achieve greater engagement of young people. Each participant presented the youth situation in their country, discussed the main challenges and shared good practices. Group formation activities were also held to strengthen intercultural cooperation and teamwork skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the main topics of the training was the use of e-sports and computer games in working with young people. During the practical sessions, the participants analyzed how computer games can help strengthen teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills. The Latvian experience in working with young people struggling with addiction to computer games and social networks was also discussed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Great attention was also paid to modern technologies. Participants learned about the possibilities of virtual reality, and representatives of Klaip\u0117da City Municipality presented virtual reality videos created during the Erasmus+ project \u201eVR the Future\u201c. The principles of using 360\u00b0 cameras, filming and video editing capabilities were also discussed during the training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In practical workshops, participants learned to create 3D models using the Tinkercad platform, worked with 3D printers, and learned about the possibilities of using NFC technologies. Laser cutting and plotting equipment was also tested - participants made phone holders and T-shirt stickers. These activities provided an opportunity to get acquainted with technologies that can be applied in work with young people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the training, participants worked in working groups to develop ideas for new youth activities and services. One of the proposed ideas was a remote youth center model, which would provide counseling, information, educational, and employment services to young people remotely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Participation in international Erasmus+ training provided Klaip\u0117da city representatives with the opportunity to gain new knowledge, strengthen practical skills, establish international relations, and gain good experience that can be applied to strengthen the quality of work with youth in Klaip\u0117da city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n