ERASMUS + Youth Participation Activities

We are part of the solution for nature !

Project Reference Number

2023-3-MT01-KA154-YOU-000178259
Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union

27 MAY-1 JUNE 2024

BOLU/TÜRKİYE
 ERASMUS + Youth Participation Activities
Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union

Please read the given

Info-Pack carefully and
do not hesitate to ask questions J

27 MAY-1 JUNE 2024

BOLU/TÜRKİYE
 ABOUT THE TOPIC

The "Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation through International

Collaboration (BIO-COL)" project is a comprehensive initiative aimed
at simultaneously addressing biodiversity conservation and youth
empowerment. This project recognizes the critical importance of
preserving our planet's biodiversity and believes in the transformative
power of engaged and informed young people.

Objectives:
Biodiversity Conservation: BIO-COL seeks to contribute significantly
to biodiversity conservation in project locations. It focuses on the
implementation of sustainable conservation practices, protection of
natural habitats, and overall improvement of ecological health.

Youth Empowerment: The project's core objective is to empower

young people with the knowledge, skills, and sense of responsibility
needed to become environmental stewards and conservation leaders.

International Collaboration: BIO-COL promotes strong international

collaboration networks among project partners, organizations, and
communities. It encourages the exchange of best practices and
shared conservation efforts.

The BIO-COL project is a testament to the belief that youth can be

powerful agents of change in the realm of biodiversity
conservation, and it strives to create a better, more sustainable future
for all.
 PROJECT’S OBJECTIVES

Enhancing Biodiversity Awareness: Increase awareness and understanding of

biodiversity issues among participants, emphasizing its critical role in ecological
balance and its connection to sports and outdoor activities.

Fostering Inclusion and Diversity: Ensure inclusive participation in the project,

particularly focusing on individuals from diverse backgrounds and those with fewer
opportunities, integrating biodiversity education in a manner that is accessible to
all.

Influencing Policies and Community Practices: Aim to impact local, regional,

and national policies and practices related to sports and biodiversity, establishing
the project as a model for integrating environmental concerns in sports.

Skills and Knowledge Development: Equip participants with essential skills and
knowledge to actively contribute to biodiversity conservation efforts in their
respective communities and sports disciplines.

Ensuring Sustainability and Scalability: Design the project to have a

sustainable impact, ensuring that the practices and methodologies developed can
be scaled and adapted for wider application.
 PARTICIPANTS

6 Countries
And 5 Young People From
Each country One criterion in determining
the participants will be a
gender balance, and partners
will be supported in achieving
A total 30 Participants from this balance.
Malta, Hungary, Turkiye,
Bulgaria, and North Macedonia

Criteria:
• Age between 18-28 years
• people who are willing to
WORK ON THE TOPIC.
• Speak English
• Teamworker J
 COUNTRIES AND TRAVEL BUDGET

5 Malta 275 EUR

5 Bulgaria 275 EUR
5 Greece 275 EUR
5 Hungary 275 EUR
5 North Macedoina 275 EUR
5 Türkiye 0 EUR
Green Travel for North Macedonia, Bulgaria and Greece !!
 ACCOMODATION

Bolu Aladağ

We will stay at
Bolu Aladağ during our project.
We will stay in rooms with mixed
national teams.

We will have 3 meals a day at the

hostel.

We’ll have pillows and blankets at

the hostel but you need to bring
your OWN LINENS SET.

!! DON’T FORGET TO BRING YOUR

OWN PERSONAL BELONGINGS
SUCH AS TOWEL,SLIPPERS.
 COUNTRIES AND TRAVEL BUDGET

Günaydın = Good morning!

İyi Günler = Good Evening!
Teşekkürler = Thank You!
Nasıl Gidebilirim = How can I go..?
Kahve Lütfen = Coffee Please
 ABOUT THE CULTURAL NIGHTS

Each country will have a Cultural night.

On your turn, you can show us; your
local dances, songs, competitions and
information about that region. Depends
on your creativity. For the Cultural night,
each country will bring their COUNTRY
FLAG and some cultural snacks, food,
drink etc.,
 HOW TO REACH?

GOOGLE MAPS:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/1Vc85wxDX2x2BdkP7

Aladağ Orman İşletme Tesisleri (Accomodation Area)

Mesciler/, 14030 Bolu Merkez/Bolu

All participants should come to the bus station in Bolu and from
there we will collectively move to the accomodation area.

MAPS (Bolu Bus Station):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/vN9zKadn4XebNCmc7

AIRPORTS:
206 km to Ankara(Esenboğa International Airport); 217 km to
İstanbul (Sabiha Gökçen International Airport)

Note: At the airports you will arrive, there are vehicles going to the
bus stations of the provinces where they are located. By using these,
you will buy a ticket from the bus stations (İstanbul/Ankara) to
Bolu bus station.
 CONTACT
Utku Can AYDIN
E-mail: ucan2381@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +905374869831
https://www.instagram.com/utku.can.aydin/
Project Coordinator Organisation: Proutist Universal Malta
Project Coordinator: Shambhu Sharan
Email: info@pumalta.org
Telephone/WhatsApp: +356 9975 5523
https://pumalta.org
Instagram: @pumalta
Facebook: @ProutistUniversalMalta

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