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PDA "Navigating Chaos 4.0"
Training for youth workers, educators, and facilitators who want to maintain balance in uncertain times
14–22 November 2026
What is the program?
Working with young people today can be extremely meaningful, and sometimes extremely challenging.
“Navigating Chaos” is a 9-day international training program that brings together professionals working with young people to strengthen their resilience, leadership skills, and ability to cope with challenges through practical tools, reflection, and meaningful relationships.
What skills do you develop?
Every participant's journey is different, but many complete the training with:
Greater confidence and resilience
Practical Tools for Working with Youth
Greater self-awareness
WHAT WE DO TO ACHIEVE OUR GOALS
Our method:
The “Navigating Chaos” program is built around the principle of experiential learning, providing participants with the opportunity to learn through active participation, reflection, and shared experiences.
The program combines interactive workshops, simulations, group challenges, peer learning, coaching and communication practices, self-regulation techniques, and creative exercises.
Instead of focusing solely on theory, participants gain hands-on experience with concepts such as resilience, leadership, communication, and well-being and explore how to apply them in their work with young people.
Apply before 25.10.2026
The feedback is very important for us
What our ex-participants share
“The balance between theory and practice, between individual and group activities, as well as the sense of security throughout the entire program"
“Navigating Chaos 4.0” will take place
between 14-22 November 2026.
A Learning Community,
More Than Just Training
- One of the things participants value most about the program is the sense of connection that develops during the program.
- People come from different countries, have different professions and backgrounds, but they quickly discover shared challenges, similar issues, and opportunities to learn from one another.
- Our goal is to create a learning environment in which participants feel secure enough to be honest, bold enough to experiment, and supported enough to grow.
- Our goal is not only to teach new tools, but also to build a community where people can learn together and pass on this knowledge to the young people and communities they serve.
Is that for me?
This program is designed for people who work closely with young people and are eager to continue growing—both professionally and personally.
It may be a good fit if you are:
are 18 years of age or older
work as a youth worker, educator, facilitator, mentor, coach, or in a similar role
are you interested in well-being, resilience, and personal development
are interested in well-being, resilience, and personal development
enjoy learning through experience, not just through theory
are open to reflection and experimentation
are ready to learn from other
would like to become part of an international community of dedicated professionals
The program can sometimes be intense. That is why we invite participants who are ready to engage with an open mind, curiosity, and respect—both for themselves and for the group.
You don't have to have everything figured out. All you need is the desire to learn, to participate, and to discover.
Apply here by 25 October 2026 to join the next group
between 14-22 November 2026
Participation&Funding
The application fee is €800.
The registration fee covers accommodations, meals, training materials, facilitation, and the full training program.
Thanks to “Erasmus+,” there are 19 fully funded spots available for eligible participants residing in Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, Italy, Hungary, and Portugal.
If you are selected as an “Erasmus+” participant, your expenses under the program will be fully covered in accordance with the terms of the project .
We also recognize that financial circumstances can vary. If the participation fee is a barrier for you, you can let us know in your application. There may be a limited number of opportunities for partial financial support.
When can you join?
Training Schedule
The project unfolds in several phases to support meaningful learning and real-life application.
Preparation Phase
Participants connect with the organizers and the group, prepare for the experience, and clarify expectations.
Training Activity
An immersive training program where participants explore tools for well-being, resilience, leadership, and teamwork through hands-on sessions. Expect full and engaging days combining workshops, reflection, group work, and experiential practices.
Follow-up Phase
After the training, participants bring the learning back to their communities by implementing at least one activity inspired by the program. This phase helps turn insights into real impact for young people.
What do we offer?
What do you need to do to participate?
Fill in the registration form and we will contact you.
Apply before 25.10.2026
Arrival & Departure
“Navigating Chaos” runs for 9 days, and participants are expected to attend the entire program.
Arrival: November 14 at 3:00 p.m.
Course start date: November 14 at 8:00 p.m.
End of the program: November 22 at 10:00 a.m.
Check-in by: November 22 at 11:00 a.m.
Eligible participants in the “Erasmus+” program must wait for confirmation before purchasing travel tickets.
THE UNIVERSE APPLAUDS ACTIONS, NOT THOUGHTS.
Want to know more about the project?
If you would like to explore the training in more detail, we invite you to:
APPLY and start the conversation with our team
We are always happy to connect and support you in deciding whether this experience is right for you.
Who is funding the project?
Funding organisations
Funded through the European Union’s “Erasmus+” program.
Funded by the European Union. The views and opinions expressed are entirely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the European Union or the HRDC. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority is responsible for them.
