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The project’s primary goal is to foster the reduction of the disparity between men and women in professional sectors. Through the project, Youth Workers will have the opportunity to enhance their awareness and competencies in recognizing and addressing gender inequalities, and they could share their skills with women and people of their communities. They will also acquire skills related to female entrepreneurship, and this will be useful for doing some sessions of job shadowing in their communities.
By sharing this kind of acquired knowledge with the people in their local communities, these Youth Workers can actively contribute to reducing the gender gap and improving the prospects of women and young girls in their regions.
The aims of the project encompass enhancing understanding of discrimination against women within the labor market, increasing consciousness about the real experiences of women entrepreneurs, facilitating networking opportunities for women and promoting comprehension of women’s empowerment.
The ideal participants for this project are young people who are:
– Over 18 years
– Have a basic level of English (at least B2)
– Have a positive mindset and are ready to collaborate with other participants
– Have a strong motivation and are committed to take part in all project activities
– Have creative ideas and are ready to use the skills and knowledge to implement initiatives in their local community
– Have a strong passion for working with young women in their local area
Kalamata (Greek: Καλαμάτα Kalamáta, formerly Καλάμαι Kalámai) is the most populous city of the Peloponnese region in Southern Greece. The capital and chief port of the Messenia regional unit, it lies along the Nedon River at the head of the Messenian Gulf.
The history of Kalamata begins with Homer, who mentions Pharai, an ancient city built more or less where the castle of the town stands today.
Kalamata is renowned as the land of the Kalamatianos dance and the silk kerchief; of succulent, dark “Kalamata olives”; and of honey-eyed figs and the honey-covered sesame sweet called pasteli. The city can be reached from other Greek cities by bus. It has an international airport and an important harbor. Ferries are available during the summer to places such as the Greek islands of Kythira and Crete.
During the Training Course, participants will be accommodated in Vista Marina Hotel, right in the marina
of Kalamata. The rooms will be shared between 2 – 3 participants.
The website of the accommodation: https://vista-marina.colomboholidays.eu/en/
During the stay, food will be prepared by experienced cooks, provided at the venue. Three meals and two coffee breaks per day will be provided.
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