Erasmus plus KA220 YOU
‘ Green Advocacy for Nature’s Development and Learning Framework’
GANDALF
Objectives:
The GANDALF Project seeks to meaningfully enhance youth engagement in sustainable living, environmental awareness, and social entrepreneurship. Drawing inspiration from the harmonious lifestyles and ecological wisdom of Hobbits, Elves, and Ents, the project aims to translate these symbolic values into real-world actions that promote green technologies, strengthen community solidarity, and protect forest ecosystems. By integrating innovative approaches with experiential learning, GANDALF empowers young people to adopt responsible environmental behaviours and to take initiative in addressing ecological and social challenges. Through targeted education, hands-on projects, and inclusive outreach activities, the project cultivates active citizenship and equips participants with essential knowledge, practical skills, and creative capacities needed for environmental stewardship and socially driven innovation. Ultimately, GANDALF aspires to form a new generation of environmentally conscious youth who are motivated, informed, and capable of contributing to sustainable community development.
Implementation:
To achieve its objectives, the GANDALF Project will implement a diverse set of structured and interactive activities that foster practical learning and long-term engagement. These include thematic workshops, capacity-building training sessions, and field studies focused on sustainable living practices, eco-friendly technologies, and forest conservation strategies. Participants will take part in the creation and maintenance of community gardens, allowing them to engage in ecological agriculture, biodiversity protection, and teamwork. Innovation-oriented activities will introduce youth to renewable energy concepts, where they will design and test small-scale prototypes such as solar or wind-powered devices. Entrepreneurship components will encourage the development of recycling and upcycling projects, transforming waste materials into useful or marketable products. Environmental action will be further supported through reforestation campaigns and ecosystem restoration initiatives carried out in collaboration with local communities. To maximise impact and accessibility, the project will disseminate results through dedicated digital platforms, while virtual seminars, community events, and policy dialogues will bring together youth, educators, environmental experts, and decision-makers. These combined efforts will ensure strong visibility, sustained participation, and meaningful long-term outcomes.
Results:
The GANDALF Project will deliver a comprehensive set of tangible results and broader societal outcomes that contribute to sustainable development and youth empowerment. Key outputs will include practical guides, digital learning resources, and structured training materials centred on sustainability education, eco-innovation, and forest ecosystem protection. Through the project’s hands-on activities, participants will produce concrete results such as functioning community gardens, innovative recycling and upcycling prototypes, and small-scale renewable energy solutions developed during experimental workshops. Reforestation initiatives carried out during the project will contribute directly to local ecosystem resilience and biodiversity enhancement. Additionally, youth-driven social entrepreneurship projects will demonstrate the practical applicability of sustainable innovation in community settings. All project outcomes will be shared through a dedicated website, awareness campaigns, and virtual seminars, ensuring widespread dissemination and encouraging replication of successful practices. In the long term, the GANDALF Project aims to strengthen environmental responsibility, stimulate active citizenship, and support the emergence of a new generation of young leaders committed to promoting sustainability, innovation, and ecological well-being across their communities.