Following the online training, participants will apply ICT tools for e-Advocacy in their local communities through hands-on activities. These follow-up initiatives will involve digital campaigns, online petitions, virtual discussions, and social media advocacy, enabling young people to engage with decision-makers and amplify their voices on key issues. Participants will also conduct workshops and peer-learning sessions to share their knowledge with others, ensuring wider adoption of e-Participation methods. By putting their newly acquired skills into practice, they will contribute to strengthening digital civic engagement and fostering a culture of inclusive and impactful online advocacy.
The TUNE Network ICT Online Training, held on October 7-8 and 14-15, provided participants with practical skills and strategies in e-Participation, e-Advocacy, and e-Democracy. The sessions explored how digital tools can connect citizens with decision-makers, making advocacy more inclusive and effective. Participants engaged with ICT tools for e-Advocacy, analyzed real-world case studies, and discussed implementation strategies for digital campaigns. They also worked with Design Thinking and Ideation, using these methods to develop creative solutions for citizen engagement and co-creation in advocacy efforts.
TUNE has successfully concluded a transformative three-day training course on advocacy and EU elections in Brussels. The training featured dynamic, interactive sessions that explored the national realities influencing campaign strategies and pointed up the crucial role of youth-led advocacy at the European policy level. Participants were particularly inspired by a keynote address from the Policy Officer in the European Commission (Youth Policy and Programmes),, which emphasized active engagement in EU policy-making. The training included enriching visits to the European Parliament and the Parliamentarium, which offered valuable insights into EU history and the importance of elections. Additionally, a visit to Eurodesk provided participants with a deeper understanding of effective advocacy techniques.
ACTIVITIES 2023: Europe Days
The network TUNE, which consists of 18 members organized Europe Days (Info Days) on a variety of topics using a range of effective and engaging methods. "Europe Days" Info Sessions aimed to inspire young people's involvement in civil society. Sessions covered tools, resources, and activities for enhanced youth participation, aligning with the Youth Participation Strategy. Utilizing insights from the EU Youth Strategy seminar, sessions were interactive, featuring peer support, testimonials, and games. The goal was to provide accurate and accessible information about mobility programs, prioritizing disadvantaged youth. The focus was on schools, universities, and open calls to ensure broad accessibility.
