Activity 1

Berlin – Germany 🇩🇪

6-10 November 2023

TOPIC – ZERO WASTE AND RECYCLING

From November 6th to 10th, 2023, the vibrant city of Berlin hosted the first mobility of our Erasmus+ project. This exciting event brought together students and teachers from partner countries to embark on a journey of intercultural exchange, digital innovation, and sustainability awareness.

The program blended dynamic workshops, cultural exploration, and international collaboration, setting a strong and inspiring foundation for the project’s future stages.

Throughout the week, participants engaged in a wide range of enriching activities:

• Ice-breaking and team-building workshops that encouraged connection and cooperation among international teams.
• Digital storytelling sessions, where students produced short videos presenting their schools, cultures, and local sustainability challenges.
• Interactive workshops featuring a case study of Berlin’s eco-friendly initiatives.
• Visit to the Berlin Museum of Communication, where students explored the thought-provoking CLIMA_X: Why don’t we do what we know? exhibition on communicating the climate crisis.
• Tour of NochMall, Berlin’s innovative second-hand department store, offering a hands-on experience of the circular economy and waste reduction in action.
• Debate session on “Green Cities of the Future”, giving students a platform to develop their public speaking and critical thinking skills in English.
• Practical workshops focused on re-use, zero waste, and upcycling techniques.
• Creative session on stop-motion and video clip production, boosting students’ digital skills.
• Intercultural night and shared dinner, creating space for cultural exchange and friendship.
• Walking tours of Berlin’s historical landmarks — including the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, and Reichstag — deepening participants’ cultural and political awareness.

This first mobility was a resounding success. It provided students with a meaningful, hands-on learning experience in an international context. Beyond academic enrichment, it fostered social bonds, curiosity about global issues, and a spirit of cooperation that will carry through the entire Erasmus+ project. Participant feedback was overwhelmingly positive, confirming this mobility as a motivating and transformative milestone for everyone involved.

Activity 2

Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹

3 – 7 June 2024

TOPIC – SUSTAINABLE WATER

The second short-term student mobility of our Erasmus+ project took place in Lisbon, a city of light and history, from June 3rd to 7th, 2024. Centered on the theme “Sustainable Water,” the program brought together students and teachers from partner countries to explore climate action, environmental responsibility, and creative problem-solving. Hosted at ETIC, the week was a vibrant mix of collaboration, learning, and real-world exploration of global water challenges.

Throughout the five-day program, students took part in a series of inspiring and hands-on activities that blended education, creativity, and intercultural exchange:

• Student-Designed Climate Projects – International teams developed and presented original ideas such as awareness campaigns, short digital videos, and educational prototypes that promoted sustainable water use. These projects showcased creativity, teamwork, and a deep understanding of environmental issues.
• Talk by Rute Novais from Brigada do Mar – Students had the opportunity to hear directly from a representative of Brigada do Mar, a volunteer association dedicated to environmental protection. Since 2009, Brigada do Mar has led beach clean-up and decontamination efforts along Portugal’s coastline, promoting biodiversity and fighting marine pollution. Her insights inspired students to think globally and act locally.
• Visit to the Water Museum (Museu da Água) – Museu da Água offered a unique perspective on Lisbon’s historical and modern water systems. Students explored how urban water management has evolved and how sustainable practices can ensure water availability for future generations.
• Visit to the Lisbon Oceanarium (Oceanário de Lisboa) – At one of Europe’s largest aquariums, students discovered the vital role oceans play in regulating the planet’s climate. Through immersive exhibits, they learned about marine biodiversity, conservation efforts, and the direct impact of human behavior on aquatic ecosystems.
• Enhanced Digital Skills – Practical workshops helped students develop multimedia communication skills, including video editing, stop-motion animation, and digital storytelling – tools essential for raising awareness about environmental issues.
• Improved Communication & Collaboration – Working in international teams strengthened students’ confidence in English, especially in public speaking and intercultural dialogue. The experience fostered empathy, mutual respect, and global citizenship.
• Environmental Awareness in Action – Firsthand experiences in Lisbon’s environmental and cultural landmarks brought water-related challenges to life, inspiring students to become proactive change-makers in their own communities.
• Strengthening School Partnerships – Teachers exchanged strategies for climate-focused education and began planning how to integrate student-created projects into school curricula and future activities.
• Recognition and Motivation – The week concluded with project presentations and a certificate ceremony, offering a powerful sense of achievement. The mobility left students motivated to engage in environmental advocacy and continue developing solutions beyond the classroom.

The Lisbon mobility was a resounding success, offering a rich and transformative experience that empowered students to become environmentally conscious global citizens and strengthened the collaborative spirit of the Erasmus+ project.

Activity 3

Istanbul, Turkey 🇹🇷

5–29 November 2024

TOPIC – BIODIVERSITY

The third student mobility (C3) of our Erasmus+ project took place in the historic and culturally rich city of İstanbul, Türkiye, and focused on the vital theme of “Biodiversity.” Over five enriching days, students and teachers from partner countries came together to explore Türkiye’s rich natural heritage through interactive workshops, outdoor learning experiences, and creative projects that blended science, culture, and environmental action.

This mobility aimed to deepen students’ understanding of biodiversity and ignite a sense of responsibility toward preserving it. And it certainly delivered.

Students began by exploring what biodiversity really means — not just in theory, but in practice. During guided park visits, they observed local flora and fauna firsthand and listened to an expert who explained complex ecological concepts in a simple, relatable way, making the importance of biodiversity clear and tangible.

They then got creative – making nature-inspired crafts using pine cones, leaves, and other found objects, and designing powerful digital posters with Canva to spread awareness about protecting ecosystems.
👉 Watch the creative moments here

Beyond the classroom, students rolled up their sleeves and took action. They planted trees, cleaned green areas, and took part in outdoor activities such as nature walks—developing a hands-on connection to the environment while understanding the impact of small, local efforts in protecting global biodiversity.
👉 See the activities in action

Their work didn’t stop there. The posters, photos, and crafts created during the week were shared in partner schools and across social media, amplifying their message and inspiring others to care for the natural world.

The İstanbul mobility was a dynamic and memorable experience, blending ecological education, cultural discovery, and creative expression. It empowered students not only to understand biodiversity, but to become its ambassadors—taking what they learned back to their schools, their families, and their communities.

The week was a powerful reminder that meaningful change begins with awareness and action—and this mobility sparked both in a truly impactful way.