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Description
The initiative is necessary for the mentors of Talantu kalve to get to know the process of organizing mentoring of an experienced organization, to learn new work methods and approaches to the implementation of this service in the work of the association.
Talantu kalve would like to find out the sources of funding for partner mentoring and the possibilities of attracting it.
In general, the initiative will allow Talantu kalve to improve the efficiency of the association''s work and development processes, increasing the capacity of Talantu Kalve''s human resources and will promote the emergence of
Summary of the results
The initiative focused on organizing and conducting a knowledge exchange trip to Norway. In July 2023, planning activities included agreeing on trip dates, signing a cooperation agreement with the partner organization, selecting participants, booking flights and accommodation, and preparing a presentation on the association’s work. A publication about the planned visit and expected impacts was also shared.
The exchange trip took place from August 22–25, 2023, involving three mentors and a translator. Over four days, they participated in presentations, explored best practices from Norwegian mentoring organizations, and discussed future cooperation. Visits to youth organizations and centers in Oslo provided practical insights on improving mentoring methods and civic participation.
Key results include learning about the partner organization’s operations, fostering networking opportunities, acquiring new methods for youth mentoring, improving organizational efficiency, and gaining insights on diversifying funding sources. The trip also improved the mentors'' professional skills and led to the preparation of a summary of lessons learned. Overall, the initiative strengthened the association''s capacity and laid the groundwork for future collaborations and service development. Completion date: August 25, 2023.