Training offer : Democracy Hacks: Shaping Strategies and Solutions

Date: 28 June – 3 July 2026

Location: Hannover, Germany

Organizer: International Young Naturefriends (Youth NGO)

Goal: This training course aims to equip participants with practical skills to actively defend and promote democracy within their communities. Guided by expert trainers, participants will develop digital literacy competences and explore tools for grassroots action, including the design and facilitation of online workshops. The course focuses on empowering young people to uphold democratic values and respond to current societal challenges through informed and active participation.

Who can participate: Young people, youth workers, and individuals interested in democracy, civic engagement, and digital tools for social impact.

Participants from: Austria, Belgium (DE, FL, FR), Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Latvia, Netherlands, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Spain

Funding: Funded through the Erasmus+ Youth Programme. Accommodation, meals, and programme costs are covered by the organisers. Travel reimbursement is provided according to Erasmus+ distance band rules.

Additional details:

• Focus on defending and promoting democratic values

• Development of digital literacy and critical thinking skills

• Tools for grassroots and community-based action

• Opportunity to design and facilitate online workshops

• Learning from experienced trainers and practitioners

• Interactive and non-formal learning methods

Working language: English

Application deadline (24h CET): 23 April 2026

More information: https://trainings.salto-youth.net/14682