Follow Up Serbia

Serbian team had 2 follow up activities, one workshop and one presentation. The workshop was held on 2nd September for the students and staff of the Vocational School of Trade, Hospitality and Tourism in Leskovac, Serbia. More than 30 people attended the workshop where the participants presented the project, their experience and impressions and the video summing up their participation. Other photo and video materials were also presented, as well as the most interesting activities and workshops that can be used in everyday work with students. The group discussion and Q&A session followed the workshop.

The aim of the activity was to introduce the youth exchange concept to the attendees and to make them aware of the possibilities Erasmus + programs offer to the students and teachers alike. The results of some activities were very eye-opening and we hope that the ecological awareness was raised by the information we presented. The posters we prepared for and during the project will be put up in the school hall as a reminder. Also, they learned about the concept of informal learning and volunteering, which is not very developed and common in Leskovac. Another topic which raised many questions was the topic of human rights and it made the discussion very purposeful and interesting.

The second activity was the presentation held on 5th September of our activities before, during and after the youth exchange. Our participants talked about them to their peers and presented some interesting photos and videos made during the project. The attendees were very interested to hear about them and had many questions, mostly concerning the criteria for participation and future projects. They were also asked to express their opinion on sustainability, ecology, food and human rights, and it was interesting to hear their doubts and the activities they take or would like to start. The expected outcome is the ecological action which will be started by the Students' parliament of the school.

Links for online Dissemination

Link to the video on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEy962cxuqk

Links for posts on social networks 

• https://www.facebook.com/61552783696649/posts/pfbid02XbD8JqtL49rfeB8PFQDnN6dUDYpybapzVUirRA3ZVZNJRDSozXtaxUkqsFdT6H36l/?app=fbl
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• https://www.facebook.com/61552783696649/videos/1461317217840347/?app=fbl
• https://www.facebook.com/61552783696649/posts/pfbid0BMXiDEHg93E52DjMSbRoobwavAsdVMe2d2jH9NSfSrRjtuQvnG9UQkvh1d8BXDqVl/?app=fbl
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• https://www.facebook.com/share/p/nPdWVJ2ciTqRJrHw/?mibextid=oFDknk 

Evaluation Paragraph from participants

Jelena Ristić - Erasmus + youth exchange in camping Kato Alissos was my first experience of this kind. I expected a lot, but experienced even more during this exchange. It was a great opportunity for young people and us leaders to interact and exchange knowledge with their peers from different countries, especially for students from Serbia who did not have such an opportunity before. Communication via social networks and apps was very convenient for participants, in that way everyone got the same information during all the phases of the project. Accommodation was a bit challenging, but the food, activities and socializing were absolutely perfect. Cultural interchange and interactive activities greatly helped the participants to get to know each other, learn about other countries, their customs, food, culture and feel more European.

Ivana Stojković – I have already participated in some Erasmus + VET projects, but this was the first time to participate in a youth exchange program. The goals of the project are completely achieved. Workshops wee interesting and purposeful, they were adjusted to the age of participants, instructions were clear which helped he participants to complete all the tasks successfully. Accommodation was good, food delicious, but the best part for me were presentations of culture of participant countries.

Minja Cvetković - There are no words to describe the way I felt on this camp. Everything was so well organized. I am glad that I was able to express myself through a different language and make a lot of friends from different countries. Besides the beautiful tents, the food was especially delicious. I loved the cultural nights and the way everyone expressed themselves. I would really like to go again to experience the fun, the joy and hopefully reunite with some of the participants.

Mihajlo Kostić - The Patra project left a big impact on me, it's the place where I learned various skills and perfected my English communication, the activities were fun as well as socializing outside of them. It was my first time to sleep in a tent. It was great, the food was breathtaking. Project was perfect in every way. I wouldn't change anything.

Luka Trako - This was my first time participating in ERASMUS+ program. At the beginning, I thought about how it would all look like. When I arrived at the camp, there were many smiling faces around me who couldn't wait to meet each other. On the project GREENPLA-PLA I learned a lot about sustainability, environmental protection and I met a lot of new friends with whom I am still in touch. From day one, we had discussions and workshops on sustainability. We also had activities outside the camp such as planting trees, cleaning the beach, photo context, and visiting nursery plant. The workshops were very interesting and interactive. In the workshops, I discovered the talent for rhyming that was hidden in me. I liked working in mixed groups the most because everyone's talent could stand out. Every night we had intercultural nights where each of the six countries presented their culture and their food. I liked that because I'm a cook and I wanted to try as many different ways of preparing food as possible. I learned a lot about sustainability and a lot about the cultures of other countries. During this project I felt extraordinary and broadened my horizons. I learned everything Erasmus can give young people like me. This was an unforgettable experience and I am glad that I had the opportunity to participate in this project, and I would like to do it again.

Anastasija Živković - Dear Erasmus, my name is Anastasija Zivkovic and im from Serbia. Anyways today I wanted to write about my experiences on the camp and the beautiful memories I made. On the first day I thought it was scary and that I'm not going to fit in with other countries and make new friends. As days began to pass I started making new friends from another countries. We would go to the beach, sing, dance, have fun and plenty more. I miss the camp so much it really did feel like home, and I think that I would love to participate in more of these projects and activities because it became a part of me now and I'm enjoying every moment of it. I miss Patra so much so many unforgettable memories and friends

Valerija Mladenović - Participating in the Erasmus project "Green Plan to Plant" was an incredible experience that completely changed my perspective on ecology and teamwork. The project was excellently organized, and every activity we had was both educational and fun. Socializing with participants from different countries was one of the best experiences of this project. The accommodation was good considering we were in a camp, and the food was very tasty and diverse. After this project, I am definitely interested in participating in future Erasmus projects.

Andrej Đorđević - It was my pleasure to participate in youth exchange camp. My rating for the camp Is 10/10, because I enjoyed everything, but many other factors lead to perfect rate. The food was amazing, activities were funny and not hard, I especially liked the camp because we had tents. I loved everything in that camp and, of course, would like to participate in it again.

Strahinja Janjić - Participating in this project was an amazing experience. The event was held near Patra, Greece, and lasted around 7 days. The focus was on global ecological issues, but beyond that, it was about having fun, learning from each other, and making new friends. The organization was excellent, and I felt that everything was well-communicated and smoothly run. The activities were engaging, and the accommodation and food were great. Overall, I had a fantastic time and would definitely be interested in joining similar projects in the future. Thank you very much, I wish you a warm greeting.

Natalija Zdravković - Camping in Greece was an unforgettable experience full of activities, sun and beautiful beaches. Bonding with friends, cooking under the open sky, and sleeping in a tent created a unique atmosphere that I would love to repeat. The feeling of freedom and connection with nature left a lasting impression on me. Additionally, presentations, games and music added fun and excitement to the whole adventure, making it even more thrilling. I would definitely love to repeat this adventure and create new memories.