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On the 4 May, the SYWOR project reached a critical juncture as NGO Young Agents of Change and its international partners convened an online mid-term evaluation meeting. Marking the exact midpoint of the project’s implementation lifecycle, the session served to rigorously analyze the strategic milestones achieved across five countries, assess measurable community impact, and calibrate future operational frameworks to maximize sustainable outcomes.

In alignment with our core mission to champion youth empowerment, sustainable development, and social cohesion, the SYWOR initiative continues to build robust pathways for young citizens across Europe and the Eastern Partnership. By focusing on cross-border capacity building and systematic advocacy, this transnational cooperation ensures that the next generation is not merely a passive beneficiary, but the central force driving community transformation. Today’s mid-term evaluation proved that despite changing geopolitical and social climates, the consortium’s collaborative infrastructure remains highly resilient and impactful.

The SYWOR staff meeting of partner organisations, held in Lublin, Poland, brought together youth workers from five countries for an intensive exchange of experience, reflection, and joint planning to support displaced young people in local communities.

📅 May 25 – June 1, 2025

📍 F’estival, Moldova

Recently, a vibrant group of youth workers returned from a week-long international training course “Stronger Together” held in the scenic location of F’estival, Moldova. The training was part of the SYWOR project (Stronger Together: Strengthening Youth Workers and Organisations for Displaced Youth Integration and Resilience), co-funded by the European Union.

Over the course of seven intense days, participants from Ukraine, Moldova, Turkey, Georgia and Poland came together to exchange experiences, explore innovative youth work practices, and deepen their understanding of how to support displaced youth and young people with fewer opportunities.

On November 25, 2024, the first kick-off meeting of the international project “Stronger Together: Strengthening Youth Workers and Organisations for Displaced Youth Integration and Resilience” (SYWOR) took place, marking the beginning of a transformative journey. This meeting laid the foundation for successful collaboration among partner organisations and set the stage for the implementation of key activities over the next 36 months.

Highlights of the kick-off meeting

During the meeting, the project coordinators and representatives from all partner organisations gathered to outline key objectives, discuss the implementation plan, and allocate responsibilities. Key topics covered included:

Strategic planning 

Partners reviewed and discussed the project’s roadmap, outlining the specific tasks and steps required for successful implementation over the three-year period.

Essential documentation

Participants were introduced to critical project documents, including the official guidelines, financial regulations, and the visual communication strategy to ensure consistency in messaging.

Communication and collaboration

The team established mechanisms for regular updates, including periodic meetings, progress reports, and internal communication channels to facilitate smooth cooperation.

Visibility and dissemination

A comprehensive strategy for project dissemination was developed, focusing on increasing visibility on social media, engaging target audiences, and sharing key achievements.

The project is implemented by Young Agents of Change in collaboration with the Georgian Youth Development Association (GYDA), European Integration Group, MilleniuM Training and Development Institute, and Fundacja Nowy Staw. It is co-funded by the European Union.