YE “Don’t Let the Muggles Get You Down”

Summary

The youth exchange "Don't let the Muggles get you down!" was created in response to the growing demand for more engaging, inclusive, and interconnected learning experiences for young people to learn about current topics and matters such as wellbeing & gender. Traditional programs often fail to reflect the complex reality young people face today, where topics like mental health, gender equality, and social inclusion overlap. By using a unique, mixed-gender team sport (Quidditch - Quadball) as both a learning tool, this youth exchange offers a fresh and dynamic way to explore these issues.

Location: Vienna, Austria

Dates: 07. - 14. 08. 2025.

Application: Active

Main objectives:

  • test and promote Quidditch/Quadball as a sport and a learning tool to be replicated in various contexts to engage youth in critical social issues;

  • develop a comprehensive understanding among participants of the interconnected nature of societal issues like gender roles, mental health, and political participation;

  • improve mental and physical health through active participation, physical movement, and teamwork

Participant profile:

  • Croatian residency

  • 18-25 years old

  • interested in the topic and is physically ready for playing Quidditch

  • wants to improve their knowledge of critical social issues

  • wants to learn new skills, methods, and tools

  • can communicate in English on a sufficient level

  • the project is fully financed by the European Commission as part of the Erasmus+ Programme

  • cost of food, accommodation and green travel (up to 210€) is fully covered!

  • you can apply for the project until the 10th of May at 23.59!