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Description
Main goal: To promote the capacity and sustainability of LatRC Youth as a structural unit of a civic, public organization.
Direct goal: To develop the level of competence and participation of young volunteers in the organization and in society, as well as to promote young people''s sense of citizenship and civic participation.
Main activities:
1. Development and course of the training program for the LatRC Youth leaders training course “Leader Power”;
2. Development of educational material “LatRC Youth leaders Handbook”;
3. 3 training courses for volunteers and leaders of LatRCY units on topics relevant to young people;
4. Establishment of 3-stage work with young people in LatRC.
Expected results in the field of sustainability and capacity:
1. Independent and self-sufficient youth units;
2. Active and competent unit leaders who are able to lead a team and motivate to apply the acquired knowledge in everyday work;
3. Skills to apply the acquired knowledge in everyday unit work;
4. New methods for working with young people at LatRCY in national and local level are exhibited;
5. A training course and a manual have been developed, which will serve as a basis for work with youth at LatRC;
6. Increased quality of youth work at the LatRCY national level.
Summary of project results
The Latvian Red Cross Society implemented the project "Strengthening the capacity and sustainability of Latvian Red Cross youth at national level" from May 2021 to October 2022. The aim of the project was to develop the competences and participation of young volunteers in the organisation and in public life, as well as to promote young people''s civic awareness. The 82 participants actively participated in the training and activities, gaining new knowledge on leadership, team dynamics, motivation, non-formal education, conflict resolution, etc.
The project developed a "LEADERSHIP MANUAL" - a comprehensive guide for the independent development of leadership skills in young people. A "LSC Youth Chapters Work Plan 2023" was also developed to improve the performance of LSC regional chapter leaders.
The project activities promoted the active participation of young people from different regions of Latvia, including ethnic minorities. This inclusive approach not only provided an opportunity for young people to come together to share common experiences and ideas, but also contributed significantly to improving and strengthening intercultural relations among young people.
The immediate impact of the project has been significant, improving the competence of the Latvian Red Cross youth chapter leaders to effectively manage their chapters and organise volunteering independently. The training also improved the leadership and participation skills of the participants.