A new two-year project, Youth as Bridge Builders – Andra sidan av kvarken, was launched in Liiveri, which focuses on the internationalization of young people and those working with young people, strengthening entrepreneurial skills and developing the region. The project was led by the youth coordinator in August after parental leave. Noora Riippi.
– The goal is for young people to have their voices heard and to be able to participate in the development of their home region in ways that are natural to them. We want to get all young people in the region involved. It is important that young people with immigrant backgrounds and belonging to different minorities also have the opportunity to participate and influence, Noora emphasizes.
The project is implemented in collaboration with Leader Suupohja and the Swedish Leader Lappland. Alongside international cooperation, domestic internationalization is strengthened, i.e. opportunities for international experiences in one's own environment.
An important part of the project is the utilization and development of various information and communication opportunities.
– My work includes organizing events, workshops and trips, as well as developing communications so that various opportunities for influence reach young people. It is important to work in close cooperation with youth sectors and educational institutions, Noora says.
Noora will also continue to lead the Liiveri Youth Division alongside the project. The Youth Division is an influential group consisting of young people in the area, whose goal is to highlight the voice of young people in decision-making and development.
The Youth as Bridge Builders – Andra sidan av kvarken project invites both already active young people and those who are just finding their place in the fields of influence and entrepreneurship.
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