🇮🇹 "Arte Senza Confini" / 25.09-03.10.2025 - Filadelfia (VV), Calabria, Italy
- Arte Diem Calabria
- Jul 27
- 9 min read
Updated: Jul 28
YE "Arte Senza Confini”
📆 25.09-03.10.2025
📍 Filadelfia (VV) Italy
🔎 Main Objectives:
- Empower young people, especially those from vulnerable backgrounds, through art as a tool for inclusion and personal/professional development.
- Promote digital skills (e.g. photography, video editing, content creation) and soft skills to enhance employability.
- Foster intercultural dialogue, creativity, and community engagement through artistic expression.
- Raise awareness about Erasmus+ opportunities, digital learning tools (Youthpass, Europass), and active citizenship.
👥 5 Participants (18-27yo) + 1GL (18+)
🇪🇺 Partner Countries: Italy, Greece, Romania, N. Macedonia, Bulgaria, Spain
✈️ Travel reimbursement: (Check the info pack for the max budget per country)
💶 Food and accommodation are 100% covered by the hosting organization
📧 Deadline for selection: 20th of August 2025
ℹ️ Application form: https://bit.ly/45bTMDW
📩 Please note that only selected participants will receive official communication regarding their selection for the youth exchange. 🌟 Each Partner organisation may use as well another form for the selection and apply their organisational policies 👁️ Keep an eye on your inbox for this exciting news about joining us on this adventure in Italy! 🇮🇹
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ℹ️ "Arte Senza Confini" (Art Without Borders) Project Information Pack
Welcome to "Art Myths Culture" This info pack is your ultimate resource for all details regarding the upcoming Youth Exchange in Filadelfia (VV), Calabria, Italy between the 25.09 -03.10 2025. In the following sections, you can explore the project's goals, accommodation, travel details, and other important information to guarantee you're ready before applying for this project hosted by us, Arte Diem Calabria.
Table of Contents
Project Overview
The "Arte Senza Confini" Youth Exchange will gather 30 young participants and 6 group leaders from Italy, Greece, Romania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, and Spain in the town of Filadelfia (VV), Calabria, Italy, to explore the power of art as a universal language for inclusion, creativity, and empowerment.
This project aims to support the personal and professional growth of young people, especially those coming from vulnerable backgrounds, by using artistic expression as a tool to break down social and cultural barriers, stimulate dialogue, and develop key competences. Through workshops in visual arts, photography, content creation and digital storytelling, participants will have the opportunity to discover new skills, enhance their creativity, and reflect on their identity and role in a rapidly evolving society.
“Arte Senza Confini” also fosters intercultural understanding, encourages active participation in the community, and promotes the values of solidarity, diversity, and inclusion in line with the core principles of the Erasmus+ Programme. By combining non-formal education and artistic expression, the project helps preserve cultural heritage while offering young people an inspiring space to connect, learn and grow-beyond borders.
Working Methods
“Arte Senza Confini” is built on the use of non-formal education methods that place art at the core of the learning experience. The project uses creative tools to foster inclusion, dialogue, and digital empowerment among young people from different cultural and social backgrounds.
🎨✨ Hands-on workshops in photography, video editing, visual arts, and digital content creation will allow participants to express themselves, explore identity, and acquire practical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.🔄 🌍 Interactive sessions will promote peer learning and intercultural dialogue, encouraging participants to reflect on their own realities and those of others, while building bridges across differences. 🧠📲 Reflective and personal development activities will help participants recognize their strengths, develop soft skills, and gain tools for their future personal and professional paths.🌙🎶 Evening intercultural activities and community moments will further enhance the group’s cohesion, stimulate cultural exchange, and create a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
Participant Profile
This Youth Exchange will involve 36 participants in total:5 young people (aged 18–25) + 1 group leader from each partner country:
🇮🇹 Italy 🇬🇷 Greece 🇷🇴 Romania 🇲🇰 North Macedonia 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇪🇸 Spain
A facilitator will also support the learning process and group dynamics.
We are looking for curious, creative, and open-minded young people who are ready to live a shared experience, engage through art, and grow through group learning. You don’t need to be an expert artist or a fluent English speaker—what really matters is your willingness to participate, explore, and connect.
💬 Language:
The working language will be English. Don’t worry if your level isn’t perfect - what’s important is the ability to understand, express yourself, and support others. We’ll help each other throughout the journey.
🌱 Diversity & Inclusion:
This exchange embraces diversity in all its forms. We aim to include at least 3 participants per national group with fewer opportunities, such as young people facing:
Geographical isolation
Economic challenges
Cultural barriers
Social exclusionWhether you are a student, a NEET, a young artist, or someone who wants to gain confidence and new skills—this space is for you.
🎨 Ideal Participants:
Aged between 18 and 27
Interested in creativity, digital tools, visual expression, and intercultural dialogue
Willing to participate actively and respectfully in a group setting
Motivated to bring the experience back to their communities through follow-up and dissemination activities
👤 Group Leaders:
Each group will be led by a youth worker or experienced group leader (no age limit), responsible for supporting participants before, during, and after the exchange.
The Location & Travel Arrangements 🏖️✈️
Accommodation 🏨
The project's venue is “Residenza Antico Borgo” (https://www.residenzaanticoborgo.it/), located in Filadelfia (Vibo Valentia) right in the heart of the city.
The rooms will be internationally mixed and will host around 3-4 people (It depends on the availability of the hotel). Some female may need to share a kingsize bed, in that scenario the room will be national team based.
Food will be served in loco and it will consist of 3 meals (Italian Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and coffee breaks which will be managed by the hosting organisation.
How to reach the venue 📍
Project Location / Destination (Residenza Antico Borgo): 🗺️
Via B. Maiolo, 30, 89814 Filadelfia (VV)
Best Way: Arriving at Lamezia Terme
The most convenient route is to fly directly to Lamezia Terme Airport. Upon arrival, the Arte Diem Calabria logistics team will pick-ups from either Lamezia Terme Airport or Lamezia Terme Centrale Train Station. Pick-ups will be organized based on the arrival information of the participants and the availability of cars/minivans which need to be communicated in advance to the hosting organisation.
PICKUP LOCATION📍
✈️ Lamezia Terme International Airport
Address: Via Aeroporto, 88046 Lamezia Terme CZ
🚆 Lamezia Terme Centrale Train Station
Address:Piazza Stazione, 88046 Lamezia Terme CZ, Italy
Alternative Airports
If you are flying into Reggio Calabria or Naples, it is possible to reach Lamezia Terme by bus or train:
By Bus: Services like ITABUS (ITABUS), FLIXBUS (FLIXBUS), and FEDERICO (FEDERICO) offer routes to Lamezia Terme.
By Train: Trenitalia provides regular train services to Lamezia Terme from various cities (Trenitalia).
Upon reaching Lamezia Terme Train Station, the logistics team will assist you further to reach the project venue.
If you want to stay more in Calabria you can travel for a maximum of 2 days before and 2 after the project, in this case, you need to cover your accommodation and expenses*
*This applies if there are no easier, safer and cheaper options to reach the venue.
IMPORTANT
Prepare your travel plan considering your outbound flight must arrive at Lamezia Airport by 8.00 PM (in case of lack any option Arte Diem Calabria will support you in find a different solution), while the return flight must depart from Lamezia Airport no earlier than 9.00 AM. If there are no similar options, we are gonna find a solution together.
This scheduling provides sufficient time to travel from the hotel to the airport. We are gonna collect all your arrival and departure info in advance and prepare the best plan, which will fit all the group.
YOUR TRAVEL PLAN MUST BE AGREED UPON WITH THE HOSTING ORGANIZATION, OTHERWISE, THE REFUND WILL NOT BE ADMISSIBLE
YOU HAVE TO PICK THE MOST ECONOMIC WAY TO REACH THE PROJECT LOCATION.
Please note that only public transport is subject to reimbursement. If you travel by airplane use only economy class, taxi is not covered.
YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO LEAVE PROJECT ONE DAY EARLY TO CATCH YOUR FLIGHT OR BUS. PLEASE BUY YOUR TICKETS ACCORDING TO THE PROJECT’S DATE.
Reimbursement & Travel Guidelines
What are the dates and what does the reimbursement cover?
The arrival date is 25th of September 2025
The departure date is the 3rd of October 2025
You need to collect and keep all your physical and digital tickets. You will receive the reimbursement for all the routes related to reaching the venue of the project and going back home (not for tourist purposes). Having proof of travel (boarding passes, tickets,...) and of cost (invoices and receipts) is a requirement to get the reimbursement according to Erasmus+ rules.
The reimbursement process usually takes 60 days by the end of the project but depends even on participants or national agency duties.
Another requirement for reimbursement is to take part actively in the DISSEMINATION of the results and the FOLLOW-UP activities.
TRAVEL AGENCY COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED ACCORDING TO ERASMUS+ RULES.
ONLY PRIORITY OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH AIRLINE COMPANIES, WHICH ALLOW FOR ONBOARD LUGGAGE AND A PERSONAL ITEM, WILL BE REIMBURSED AS PART OF YOUR TRAVEL COSTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT LARGER LUGGAGE, SUCH AS CHECKED BAGS, WILL NOT BE COVERED FOR TRAVEL LOGISTICAL REASONS. HOWEVER, WE ARE CONFIDENT THAT THE LUGGAGE ON BOARD WILL BE SUFFICIENT FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROJECT.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND COOPERATION IN ENSURING A SMOOTH AND EFFICIENT REIMBURSEMENT PROCESS.
Budget and Documentation
Country | Travel Budget* (max/person) |
Italy | 0€ |
Romania | 309€ |
North Macedonia | 309€ |
Bulgaria | 309€ |
Greece | 309€ |
Spain / Canary Islands | 309€ / 580€ |
The cost given is a limit in total PER PERSON, for both ways.
TRAVEL WILL BE REIMBURSED ACCORDING TO THE REAL COST YOU SPENT, up to the amount given above per country (See the table above), but not more than that (which means that if you spend less, you will be reimbursed the money you spent or if you spend more, you will get up to limit)
EVERYTHING THAT WILL BE MORE THAN THE LIMIT WILL BE YOUR OWN COST.
Contribution*
Participation in this Youth Exchange foresees a contribution of 20€ which will cover: the organisation of the pick up from/to the airport and a cultural visit to Tropea and Pizzo. This extra activity will be arranged according to the activity schedule and weather conditions. This 20€ contribution will be deduced from the total personal travel expenses or collected in loco only in case this activity is organised.
Good Reasons to Travel Light
Quick and Efficient: Avoid the wait for baggage check-ins and collections, helping you catch flights and trains on time. 🛄⏱️
Easy Movement: Navigate new cities with ease and less baggage to carry. 🚶♂️🚶♀️🧳
Minimize Loss Risk: Keep all belongings with you, reducing the chance of losing them during transit. 🔒🎒
Budget and Eco-friendly: Lighter travel often aligns with more sustainable and cost-effective transport options like budget airlines. 💚💰✈️
Where to book your tickets?
You can check the following links for cheap flights:
WIZZ AIR: https://wizzair.com
Ryanair: https://www.ryanair.com
Easy Jet: https://www.easyjet.com
You can use Flight Search Engines as https://www.skyscanner.net/ to find your route, but we highly suggest finally booking your tickets directly from the Airline Company to not have intermediaries.
Project Preparation 🌍
Intercultural Evenings
Be Creative! 🎨 Participants are invited to design a vibrant and interactive intercultural evening. This is your stage to creatively showcase your country's culture. 🌟
What's Your Culture? Share your traditional foods 🍲, drinks 🍹, music 🎶, and unique cultural aspects.
Interactive Activities: Think about games 🎲, and educational activities related to your culture.
Activities
Morning/Afternoon Energizers! ⚡We'd love each group to prepare some fun energizers to uplift everyone's spirit and keep the energy high! 🏃♂️💃 Moreover, during the Youth Exchange we are gonna explore Myths and Legends of each country involved, so each national team is invited to prepare on this topic beforehand.
What to Bring? 🎒
Essentials: Passport or ID 🛂, comfortable clothes 👕👖 for activities.
Provided by Hotel: Towels, bed sheets, small hairdryer, and small personal care items 🧴.
For Intercultural Nights: Bring your favourite foods and beverages to share 🍽️🍾 (optional but fun!).
Other Must-Haves: Toothpaste, medicines 💊, and a positive attitude 😊.
Multimedia Work: Bring laptops 💻, digital cameras 📷 and tablets if you can. We have some cool multimedia activities planned! 📱🎥
Health & Travel Insurance 🏥
Ensure you have a valid European Health Insurance Card or private travel insurance. 🛡️
Health Alerts: Please inform us of any health risks, required medications, or special dietary needs 🍏🍞💊.
Contact Information 📞
Should you need any assistance, our project coordinators are just a message away.
Project Coordinator: 🌟 Rocco Burdino
Project Coordinator: 🌟 Emanuel Caristi
Email: 📧 emanuelcaristi@gmail.com
We are pleased to offer these channels to assist you once you have been selected. The selection of each national team is a responsibility that rests with our partners. Therefore, we kindly request that all communications regarding selection processes be conducted through the appropriate partners. Please note that emails aiming to bypass the intermediation of our partners cannot be considered.
📩 Please note that only selected participants will receive official communication regarding their selection for the youth exchange. 🌟 Each Partner organisation may use as well another form for the selection and apply their organisational policies 👁️ Keep an eye on your inbox for this exciting news about joining us on this adventure in Italy! 🇮🇹
Partners
🇮🇹 Italy – Arte Diem Calabria 🇬🇷 Greece – Lolivers
🇷🇴 Romania – Go Over All Limits (GOAL) 🇲🇰 North Macedonia – Centre for Regional Sustainable Development Negotino (CRSD) 🇧🇬 Bulgaria – Wide-Reaching Opportunities for Learning and Fulfilment (WOLF) 🇪🇸 Spain – Asociación Sociocultural y Musical A La Mua
🖨️ Remember to save this info pack as a PDF! Just hit the print button to have a copy for easy reference throughout your journey. It's a great way to keep all this valuable information at your fingertips!
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