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New centres for Europe's young people
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Many countries have developed youth centres for their own young people. Most of these serve particular neighbourhoods or particular groups of young people. Some may have a regional or national role. Some have an inter-cultural or international character. All can play a part in giving young people a greater sense of being European, and world, citizens. Such youth centres can simulate a harmonious Europe so that one day it will exist.
What is a Youth Centre for Inter-cultural and International Learning?
A youth centre which consciously promotes intercultural and international understanding has a number of key features:
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It uses participatory methods and non-formal learning;
It deliberately engages in international and intercultural exchange and learning;
It promotes awareness and encourages the development of Europe's diverse cultural identities; |
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It shares the Council of Europe's values of universal human rights and pluralist democracy;
It seeks solutions to such problems as xenophobia and racism. |
Better Places for young people |
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