N.G.N.Y.A. Mobility Group Mobility Lithuania

 Erasmus+ ~` A journey of learning, inspiration and integration in Lithuania  

In the framework of the Accredited Mobility Scheme for Adult Education Teachers and Staff (2024-1-EL01-KA121-ADU-000236119), which is implemented with the support of the European Commission through the Erasmus+ KA121 programme - Group Mobility of Adult Learners, two beneficiaries of EΓNYA together with their escorts, participated in an educational mobility in the beautiful city of Panevėžys, Lithuania, from 18 to 25 May 2025.

The action was hosted by the organization:

What did mobility involve?

Participants:

They participated in educational, creative and intercultural workshops (photography, ceramics, creativity, sound therapy, sustainability), experiencing how art and practical learning can become tools for social inclusion and empowerment.

They came into contact with supported employment services and Social Cooperative Enterprises that include people with disabilities

Visited supported living and social care facilities

They took part in cultural and intercultural activities and volunteer activities

They collaborated and exchanged experiences with adults with disabilities from Lithuania

What did they learn?

  • They developed creative and practical skills through workshops in photography, ceramics, creativity, sound therapy and sustainability.
  • They were introduced to models of supported employment and social inclusion for people with disabilities, gaining practical knowledge, ideas and motivation to participate.
  • They learned how to recognise and appreciate cultural diversity by comparing traditions, values and ways of life with their own experiences.
  • They reinforced daily living skills such as home organisation, time management and self-care through observation and sharing of experiences.
  • They developed social and communication skills through cooperation, interaction and bonding with people from different cultural backgrounds.

What did they gain?

This experience contributed substantially to the personal and social development of the participants, enhancing:

Their confidence and autonomy through active participation in creative and practical activities.

Their social inclusion, through interaction and cooperation with people from different cultural backgrounds.

Environmental awareness, through experiential activities and sustainability workshops.

A sense of European identity, fostering the perception of belonging to a wider, united and inclusive community.

This mobility has shown that European cooperation and the coexistence of different cultures can pave the way for a more inclusive and creative society.

The Erasmus+ proved once again that education, art and collaboration can change lives.

 It all starts here.

 Erasmus+: opening up new paths. Changing lives.

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N.G.N.Y.A. Mobility Group Mobility Lithuania
N.G.N.Y.A. Mobility Group Mobility Lithuania

1) The Action concerns the continuation of the support of the operation of the structures by the KDEFs/other Centres, which were funded during the 2014-2020 programming period under the "ATTIKI" 2014-202 programme, until 31/12/2025.

By including the Facility in the FP 2021-2027, the EYNYA ensures the following:

A) The provision of day care and accommodation services to persons with disabilities, as follows:

(i) needs assessment, development and implementation of an individualised education, care and rehabilitation plan, including early intervention services,

(ii) training in social and life skills, with particular reference to applications of

modern technology, supported decision-making and sex education and health programmes, and preparation for independent or assisted living,

(iii) development and promotion of professional/employment skills, including professional

guidance and pre-vocational training,

(iv) promotion in employment and labour integration, using appropriate methods and tools,

(v) supportive and therapeutic interventions at individual and group level,

vi) preparing meals and catering for the beneficiaries,

(vii) recreational, cultural and sporting activities,

(viii) training, support and counselling programmes for families and/or carers,

(ix) community awareness and education programmes on issues relating to disability, disability

combating prejudices and adopting modern concepts of it,

x) training and education programmes for staff and volunteers,

(xi) recording and continuous evaluation of activities,

xii) transportation of beneficiaries to and from the Facility

The above services are provided for at least 4 and no more than 8 hours per beneficiary per day, during working days, including the transport of the beneficiaries to and from the Facility.

B) The implementation of networking and cooperation actions with social institutions/providers of social services such as Community Centres, and other structures providing similar services and the local community in general (e.g. municipalities, sports, cultural or other types of associations, educational community, etc.), aiming at the interconnection of the structure with the local community, the integration of beneficiaries in it and consequently the strengthening of social cohesion at local level.