Dracon RDS Joins the Kick-Off Meeting for “Speak It Up” Erasmus+ Project
Empowering Youth Through Public Speaking and Democratic Engagement
In January 2023, Dracon Rules Design Studio participated in the first Transnational Project Meeting (TPM) for the Erasmus+ project “Speak It Up: Youth Public Speaking Skills Development Towards a Democratic Society in Contemporary Europe.” Held in Malmö, Sweden, the meeting brought together a consortium of eight organizations from seven countries, including Sweden, Greece, Lithuania, Poland, Italy, Cyprus, and Bulgaria. This collaboration marks a significant step toward fostering youth engagement and advancing public speaking skills.
The Goals of "Speak It Up"
This ambitious Erasmus+ project aims to empower youth by:
Enhancing their public speaking abilities to better participate in democratic processes.
Promoting active civic participation and reinforcing a sense of initiative within youth communities.
Supporting youth workers and trainers with tools to cultivate public speaking skills among young people.
Through its innovative approach, “Speak It Up” aspires to inspire a generation of confident, articulate, and active participants in local, national, and EU-level democratic activities.
Collaboration Across Borders
The project’s consortium comprises dynamic organizations dedicated to education, youth engagement, and innovation:
Internationella Kvinnoföreningen – Malmö, Sweden
Möllans Basement – Malmö, Sweden
ASOCIACIJA AKTYVISTAI – Kaunas, Lithuania
Centrum Edukacyjne EST – Wadowice, Poland
Dracon Rules Design Studio – Karditsa, Greece
EURO-NET – Potenza, Italy
Stando Ltd – Nicosia, Cyprus
PNEVMA LLC – Sofia, Bulgaria
This international collaboration ensures diverse perspectives and expertise, enriching the project’s impact.
Dracon RDS’s Role
As a key partner, Dracon Rules Design Studio contributes its extensive experience in gamification and innovative education. By integrating game-based methods, Dracon RDS aims to develop engaging training tools and resources for youth workers and trainers. These resources will enhance public speaking skills while fostering confidence and active participation among young people.
What’s Next?
Following the successful kick-off meeting, the consortium will embark on developing the project’s intellectual outputs, including:
A comprehensive toolkit for youth trainers.
Engaging activities and games designed to improve public speaking and civic engagement.
Practical resources that empower youth to take active roles in democratic societies.
The next phase involves collaborative workshops and multiplier events, which will test and refine the project’s outcomes.
Stay Connected
Follow Dracon Rules Design Studio’s journey in shaping innovative educational solutions. Visit our website to learn more about “Speak It Up” and other impactful projects. Together, let’s empower the next generation of leaders and changemakers!
