Are you a youth trainer looking to refresh your methods, connect internationally, and bring new energy into your educational work? The DevelopMENs Virtual Exchange – Training for Trainers is exactly the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
This fully online training course brings together youth professionals from across Europe to explore powerful, research-based approaches to education. It’s more than just a training—it’s a space to exchange ideas, reflect on your practice, and grow with others who are just as committed to youth development as you are.
What to Expect?
Over the course of three interactive online sessions, participants will dive into four key themes:
- Self-Determination Theory: How to support young people in building authentic motivation
- Critical Thinking: Training minds to analyze, reflect, and make informed decisions
- Media Literacy: Helping youth navigate the digital world with confidence
- Soft Skills Development: Strengthening communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence
Each session includes short ice-breakers, two one-hour learning modules, space for group reflection, and a closing discussion with practical takeaways.
When & Where?
The training will be delivered via Zoom across three Thursdays:
- September 25, 2025 (15:00–18:00 CET)
- October 2, 2025 (15:00–18:00 CET)
- October 9, 2025 (15:00–18:00 CET)
All participants are expected to attend all three sessions in full.
Who Should Apply?
This training is ideal for:
- Youth workers and trainers with some experience in non-formal education
- Educators who want to enhance their digital facilitation and theoretical grounding
- Professionals interested in applying SDT and media literacy in their work with youth
- People eager to connect with trainers across Europe in a supportive online space
Why Participate?
By joining this training, you will:
- Learn to use innovative, theory-based tools in your youth work
- Deepen your understanding of core personal and social development skills
- Strengthen your confidence in virtual facilitation
- Build connections with an international network of trainers
- Gain access to exclusive materials developed by the project consortium
How to Apply
Visit the SALTO Training Calendar to read more and submit your application:
Applications are open now—don’t miss the chance to be part of this inspiring learning journey.
Let’s rethink how we train, teach, and empower the next generation—together.