Deadline: 7 August 2011
Open to: all involved in an European youth organisation
Costs: Participation is free
In October 2011, the European Youth Parliament Finland hosts MEdiT’11 – a convention gathering over 30 young committed individuals for five days to discuss, experience, and shape future ideas about using media in intercultural youth dialogue and the role of the media in non-formal learning. The aim of MEdiT’11 is to gather, revise, and disseminate knowledge and best practices in the this field.
Between 26th and 30th of October the participants engage in an open space format to share and learn about topics they find important and inspiring. Each participant acts as a learner and as a trainer. In this way, the sharing of knowledge and best practices as well as the needs of the participants are brought to the fullest. Additionally, there will be inputs from external experts and excursions.
Eligibility
People that are:
- involved in an European youth organisation,
- have collected first experiences in the usage of media and non-formal learning in intercultural youth dialogue (more experienced applicants are highly welcome too),
- are motivated to participate in the preparations of the convention,
- are willing to share knowledge and ideas,
- are available between the 26th and 30th of October (Arrivals on the 25th, departures earliest at the evening of the 30th)
Costs
MEdiT’11 is supported by the Youth in Action programme. The participation is for free, accommodation and food will be provided by the organisers, travel costs will be partly (up to 70%) reimbursed.
Application
To apply for MEdiT’11, please fill out the application form HERE. The deadline for application is the 7th of August 2011, 23.59 CET. The selection of the participants will be completed by the 13th of August.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact eyp.edit@gmail.com