About the Platform
Our mission
The Open Youth Work – Resource Centre is a collaborative platform dedicated to supporting youth workers, educators, social science students, and anyone passionate about engaging young people.
Our mission is to provide a comprehensive and accessible collection of open educational resources, youth engagement tools, non-formal education methods that reflects the diverse dimensions of Open Youth Work. By gathering valuable knowledge in one place, we aim to foster learning, innovation, and collaboration in youth work across Europe
Methodology
Developed through Erasmus+ KA2 Strategic Partnerships, the Open Youth Work resources bring together the expertise of 15 youth work organisations from across Europe, using a structured, evidence-based process to create practical tools for the sector.
🌱 Needs Analysis. We begin each project with a needs analysis, combining research and stakeholder consultations to ensure every resource responds to real challenges in youth work.
🌱 Co-creation. Next, we move into co-creation: teams from different countries share their experience and expertise, working together to design practical, adaptable tools.
🌱 Continuous Sharing. Throughout the process, results are shared widely to increase visibility, inspire others, and strengthen advocacy for Open Youth Work.
🌱 Lasting impact. The outcome is more than a collection of resources — it’s a growing community of practice that continues to generate new ideas and collaborations.
Projects
Inspiring practices from the field
Explore the results of Erasmus+ KA2 projects developed by the network of organizations and professionals who contributed to this platform. These projects reflect a shared commitment to innovation in Open Youth Work, and include case studies, tested methodologies, and field-based practices shaped by the expertise of our partners.
Network
Connect with the Open Youth Work community
Explore a network of practitioners, educators, and organizations involved in Open Youth Work. The Network section connects people and projects across Europe, supporting peer learning, knowledge exchange, and the development of collaborative approaches in the field.
Library
Methodologies, toolkits, and research
Access a comprehensive collection of resources designed for practical application. The Library includes methodological toolkits covering key topics such as mental health, civic education, mobile youth work, and digital youth centres – supporting youth workers and educators in their daily practice and continuous learning.
Get involved
Looking Ahead
We believe in open collaboration. We’re continuously expanding our library, adding multilingual resources, and developing new tools to support youth workers and educators. Stay connected to be part of our journey. You can:
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Contribute resources or case studies.
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Join our partner network.
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Share feedback to improve our platform.