RYTA:
Rural Youth Training Activities
Empowering Rural Youth to Participate in Democratic Life
Explore the potential of rural youth in democratic engagement. Recent EU reports show growing interest in civic participation among rural youth. The RYTA consortium is leading the charge, offering non-formal training and mobility activities to empower rural youth across Europe. Join us in shaping a future where rural youth actively contribute to democratic processes.
Expected Impact
RYTA aims to boost youth participation in rural areas by fostering transnational learning and collaboration between young individuals and decision-makers. Key outcomes include:
1.
Encouraging Civic Participation
Empowering rural youth to engage in civic activities and develop a sense of European citizenship.
2.
Creating Partnerships
Equipping youth with skills to forge partnerships focused on democratic participation and solidarity.
3.
Enhancing Grassroots Capacity
Strengthening the capacity of youth sectors for transnational collaboration on societal issues.
Moreover, RYTA will design training activities to cultivate innovative competencies among rural youth and promote its outcomes locally and globally. In the long term, rural youth will drive social change and establish networks across the EU.
Objectives
The objectives of RYTA are:
- Capacity Building: Provide capacity-building opportunities for youth organizations and promote youth engagement and inclusion in democratic life.
- Youth Empowerment: Bring together rural youth and decision-makers to encourage youth participation in the political cycle of rural areas.
- Environmental Awareness: Raise awareness of environmental policies and sustainability among rural youth, encouraging their active participation in policy development and advocacy.
- Skill Development: Develop and enhance the skills of rural youth to increase their employability and opportunities for personal growth.
- Promote Inclusiveness: Foster inclusiveness, solidarity, and transnational cooperation among rural youth, promoting collaboration and mutual support across borders.