Catalina and Eliza organized a group outing to try the Via Ferrata Astragalus in Cheile Bicazului. The group split into two teams: one completed the A/B/C sections, while the other continued all the way to the D route. Along the way, they compared this via ferrata with the one in Izvoare that they had previously experienced. The participants noticed that Astragalus was longer and a bit more challenging, which made the activity both exciting and a great opportunity to build on what they had already learned.

Stefan, together with Andrei, Alin and Codruț carried out an online dissemination activity through an Instagram story. In the story, Stefan presented his experience—and that of his colleagues—during the Erasmus project in Izvoare. The content highlighted what they did during the mobility, what they learned, and what they gained from participating in the project. The Instagram story reached a wide audience, gathering over 1,100 total views and engaging 685 unique users, nearly half of whom were not followers—showing that the dissemination went beyond the immediate community. 

Andreea attended a youth exchange as a group leader, where she had the opportunity to present the project to the young participants. During the session, she shared the recap video of the youth exchange, providing a visual overview of the activities and experiences involved. The session created an open and engaging atmosphere, allowing Andreea to explain the benefits of the project, share her personal experiences, and encourage discussion among the participants. Overall, it was a valuable chance to inspire young people, promote learning through experience, and foster curiosity about similar opportunities.

Andreea attended a youth exchange as a group leader, where she had the opportunity to present the project to the young participants. During the session, she shared the recap video of the youth exchange, providing a visual overview of the activities and experiences involved. The session created an open and engaging atmosphere, allowing Andreea to explain the benefits of the project, share her personal experiences, and encourage discussion among the participants. Overall, it was a valuable chance to inspire young people, promote learning through experience, and foster curiosity about similar opportunities.

Efim organized a small-group session to introduce four young people to via ferrata. He showed them the different parts of the via ferrata system, explained their purpose, and demonstrated how to wear the equipment safely.

Once everyone felt confident, the group successfully completed two routes of B/C and C/D difficulty. During a break, they also talked about Erasmus+ opportunities and how to find projects to join.

The activity was relaxed, informative, and gave the participants both practical experience and new ideas for future opportunities.

Klara shared her experiences from the project through an Instagram story, reaching her online community with insights and highlights. In addition, she plans to introduce the via ferrata experience to her close friends and family, bringing the project’s activities into a more personal and hands-on setting.

Lucie, Lucie, and Adam decided to share their experiences by putting together their own presentation. They presented it to a class of 25 third-year high school students (around 18 years old) and their teacher. During the session, they talked about what they did during the project, told a few stories from their experience. The students listened with interest and seemed genuinely curious about the activities. They also explained how students can apply for similar opportunities, especially Erasmus+ projects, which might be a great fit for this age group. Overall, the presentation went really well. The three of them felt they managed to share all their experiences and give useful recommendations, and the students seemed happy and engaged throughout.

Karolina, Emily, and Adam delivered a presentation in their school’s auditorium to share the outcomes of the project. During the session, they introduced their peers to the various activities completed throughout the project, highlighting key learning experiences and memorable moments. A special focus was placed on the via ferrata component, where they explained what it is, how it works, and why it was an important part of their experience. The presentation helped raise awareness about the project, encouraged student interest, and promoted the value of outdoor and experiential learning.

Vanja together with Emilija, prepared a presentation about their youth exchange in Izvoare. The presentation included photos of sessions and activities, as well as explanations of concepts such as via ferrata and the Youthpass. They delivered the presentation to four classes, each with 20–30 students, with each session lasting around 20–30 minutes. The activity provided peers with an engaging overview of the exchange experience and practical information about the project.

Milica created and delivered a 45-minute PowerPoint presentation to their peers, with the headteacher and principal also joining the session. They shared everything about the project’s activities, experiences of building friendships, and the Erasmus+ program. The presentation was full of photos, making it lively and easy to follow. At the end, Milica gave their peers links to the project’s Instagram page and Telegram group, encouraging them to stay connected and explore more about the project.

Lana, together with Nevena, organized a presentation to share their experiences. They began by introducing Erasmus+ youth exchanges, explaining the opportunities they offer and how students can get involved. The presentation then focused on via ferrata, covering the concept, necessary equipment, safety rules, levels of difficulty, and potential risks. They also shared personal stories to give students a real sense of the experience. Finally, they provided useful links for Erasmus+ opportunities, suggested via ferrata routes in Serbia, and agreed with their professor to collaborate on a future project with a similar concept.

The dissemination was carried out through a short video posted on social media by Anasasija. The video, created using photos from the project, showcased the experiences of the participant and their sister, highlighting some of their favorite memories and activities. It included images from the via ferrata, the hike to Zetea, and the beautiful nature of Izvoare. It concluded group photos of all participants and organizers, celebrating the wonderful people who made the project special.

Ivana shared several Instagram stories about the youth exchange, highlighting the activities and the via ferrata experience. She also included extra information for those who might want to try via ferrata on their own. Although the start of the school year and different schedules made it impossible to organize a group outing with her friends, she still plans to do it in the future.

The Slovak group gathered to present the project they had attended, sharing insights about the main topic and explaining how an Erasmus+ project looks and works in practice. They also introduced the Youthpass, discussing its purpose and the opportunities it offers to young people. The session helped their peers better understand the experience and the benefits of taking part in international youth projects.

👥 Number in-person attendees

1724