MIND ABOUT CRAFTS TO BUILD A BETTER FUTURE

MINDCRAFTS is an innovative project that employs non-formal learning to engage young people (aged 15-25) in traditional building crafts and built heritage. The project aims to raise awareness, foster dialogue, and ignite interest in these crafts, emphasizing their cultural significance and potential as career opportunities. By linking traditional crafts to local culture, sustainability, and inclusive society-building, MINDCRAFTS encourages youth to view these professions as essential and valuable.

MINDCRAFTS OBJECTIVES

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METHODOLOGY AND IMPACT

Methodology: MINDCRAFTS adopts a heutagogical approach, empowering learners to take charge of their learning journey by exploring complex and uncertain areas. The project offers a hybrid learning model that includes:

  • Documentary Research
  • Technical and Practical Information
  • Storytelling & Videos
  • Interactive Quizzes
  • Hands-On Learning Exercises

Learners engage with materials, tools, and techniques through a mix of virtual and physical experiences, stimulating curiosity and deepening their connection to crafts and heritage.

Impact:

  • Building a Sense of Belonging: Strengthen youth’s connection to their territory, culture, and social context.
  • Sustainability & Heritage Preservation: Encourage the use of natural materials and traditional techniques for sustainable building practices.
  • Youth Empowerment: Increase self-confidence and engagement among youth, particularly those at risk of dropping out or facing social disadvantages.
  • Cross-Sector Collaboration: Foster partnerships between crafts professionals, architects, and educational institutions across Europe.

 

Long-Term Vision: MINDCRAFTS aims to leave a lasting impact by developing an online guidebook and toolkit, which will be shared widely to promote sustainable practices, learning pathways, and career opportunities in traditional crafts. The project supports the broader objectives of the New European Bauhaus, the Green Deal, and the Agenda 2030 Sustainable Goals.

GRANT AGREEMENT : PROJECT KA210-24-23-R3-AP/180476 – 2023-3-BE04-KA210-YOU-000180476

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