Day 9 ✅ Closing a Life-Changing Experience

The final day marked the conclusion of the youth exchange, focusing on reflection, evaluation, and celebrating achievements. Participants had the opportunity to consolidate their learning, share feedback, and celebrate their journey together.

📖 Living Library Network:
The day began with the Living Library Network, an engaging activity aimed at fostering cooperation among NGOs and institutions from partner countries.

• Volunteers shared their personal stories connected to youth participation, offering insights into their experiences and challenges.

• Participants rotated between tables, asking questions and engaging in meaningful discussions.

• The session concluded with reflections, allowing participants to connect the stories to broader themes of youth engagement and cooperation.

📝 Youth Pass + Dissemination Workshop:
Participants explored the Youth Pass as a tool for recognizing non-formal learning.

• They learned about the process of filling in the Youth Pass and how to reflect on their learning outcomes.

• The workshop also included strategies for project dissemination, emphasizing the importance of sharing results with a wider audience to maximize the project’s impact.

🎭 Evaluation Session:
The afternoon was dedicated to evaluating the youth exchange in a comprehensive and interactive way:

1. Evaluation Forms: Participants provided written feedback on various aspects of the project.

2. Pizza Graph: A visual evaluation method where participants rated categories like learning outcomes, venue, and personal contributions by marking a large flipchart graph.

3. Thermometer of Personal Contribution: Participants assessed their level of involvement and engagement through a physical movement exercise.

4. Weather of the Week: Using symbols like suns and clouds, participants illustrated their overall mood and impression of the exchange.

5. DIXIT Cards: A creative reflection method where participants selected cards to express what they were proud of and the changes they intended to bring to their communities.

🎓 Closing Ritual and Youth Pass Ceremony:
Participants received their Youth Pass certificates, celebrating their achievements and active participation. The closing ritual was a heartfelt moment of good wishes and encouragement for their future endeavors.

🎉 Farewell Party:
The day ended with a Farewell Party, organized by the participants. This friendly gathering provided a space for participants to celebrate their shared journey, reflect on the memories they created, and bid farewell to new friends.

✨ Final Thoughts:
Day 9 was a fitting conclusion to a transformative experience, blending reflection, recognition, and celebration. Participants left with a sense of accomplishment, new connections, and the tools to bring positive change to their communities.

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