Follow-up Activities
(Harmony in Diversity)

The Harmony in Diversity project aims to promote cultural understanding, emotional expression, and social inclusion through music. To ensure the project's sustainability and visibility beyond its implementation phase, each partner organisation will execute a comprehensive dissemination and follow-up plan to extend the impact locally, nationally, and at the European level.

Full Dissemination and Follow-Up Plan for the Harmony in Diversity Project (Comprehensive Plan for Local, National, and International Impact, Including Key Actors and Webpages for Each Organisation)

The Harmony in Diversity project is designed to promote cultural understanding, emotional expression, and social inclusion through music. To ensure the project's visibility beyond its implementation phase, each partner organisation will execute a comprehensive dissemination and follow-up plan, ensuring that the project's impact extends to local, national, and European levels.

This strategy follows a three-phase approach:

1. Pre-Project Awareness (January - May 2025)

• Establishing an Online Presence:

o Creation of a project website featuring objectives, partner organisations, and preliminary materials.

o Development of social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) to engage participants and stakeholders.

o Announcement of the project through press releases, newsletters, and educational platforms.

• Community Engagement & Outreach:

o Informational meetings with educational institutions, NGOs, and local government agencies to present the project's vision.

o Recruitment of participants through schools, universities, cultural centres, and youth organisations.

2. During-Project Engagement (June - October 2025)

• Live Updates & Interactive Content:

o Daily posts on social media platforms, including participant testimonials, event highlights, and key insights.

o Video documentation of activities shared on YouTube and the project's website.

o Engagement with local media (radio, TV, newspapers, podcasts) to amplify project visibility.

• Educational Workshops & Community Involvement:

o Public workshops and performances showcasing music as a tool for inclusion.

o Interactive discussions and networking events with youth workers, educators and policymakers.

3. Post-Project Sustainability & Long-Term Impact (November 2025 - Beyond)

• Follow-Up Activities in Each Partner Country:

o National-level dissemination events where participants share their experiences and best practices.

o Integration of project methodologies into youth training programs, schools, and cultural centres.

o Continuous engagement through social media storytelling and digital repositories.

• Creation of Long-Term Resources:

o Development of an open-access training manual on music-based non-formal education.

o Uploading project results to Erasmus+ and partner organisation platforms.

• Development of Future Erasmus+ Projects:

o Participants and stakeholders will be encouraged to submit two follow-up Erasmus+ project applications expanding on the work initiated in Harmony in Diversity.

Partner Organisations' Dissemination & Follow-Up Activities

Each partner organisation has developed a tailored dissemination and sustainability plan, ensuring that the project's results are shared widely and effectively within their local and national contexts. Centre for Rural Development SEE (North Macedonia) will host a Community Music & Diversity Festival, featuring performances, workshops, and storytelling. A webinar series on intercultural music will be recorded and shared on YouTube and Facebook.

Dissemination Plan ACPELIA CYPRUS

Website: www.acpelia.org
Key Actors: Nikolas Nikolaou (Project Coordinator), Evangelia Nikolaou (Education & Inclusion Expert), Pissouri Chariandri Radio, Technical University of Cyprus.

Dissemination Plan:

Creation of a dedicated project webpage on ACPELIA's website.
Social media promotion on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, featuring participant experiences and educational insights.
Engagement with Pissouri Chariandri Radio and the Technical University of Cyprus Radio.
Publication of articles in national environmental and youth-focused journals.
Follow-Up Activities:

Implementation of a "Music for Inclusion" workshop series in schools and youth centres.
Presentation of project outcomes during ACPELIA's bi-annual youth training sessions.
Integration of project methodologies into non-formal education programs.

2. Dissemination Plan Centre for Rural Development SEE, North Macedonia

Website: www.crd.org.mk
Key Actors: Elena Tasheva (Youth Inclusion Coordinator), Macedonian Youth Network, Skopje City Council, Local Schools.
Dissemination Plan: o Promotion through Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.o Engagement with local TV and radio stations.o Articles published in regional newspapers and NGO newsletters.
Follow-Up Activities: o Organising a "Community Music & Diversity Festival" with live performances.o Hosting webinars on music and intercultural dialogue.o Integration of project results into youth leadership programs.

3. Dissemination Plan Step to Europe, Poland

Website: www.steptoeurope.gr
Key Actors: Vasilis Karapetrou (Trainer), Greek Youth Workers Network, Thessaloniki Municipality, Greek National Youth Council.
Dissemination Plan:
Creation of a project blog featuring articles, testimonials, and best practices.
Engagement with national newspapers and Greek youth networks.
Follow-Up Activities:
Hosting interactive meetups where participants present their learnings.
Launching a social media series with video testimonials and Q&A sessions.
Developing a digital toolkit for youth workers, incorporating project methodologies.

4. Dissemination Plan, Kreaktiva (Croatia)

Website: www.kreaktiva.hr
Key Actors: Ana Radic (Project Manager), Croatian Youth Federation, Zagreb Music School, Local Media.
Dissemination Plan: o Podcasts discussing music and youth activism.o Social media promotions with Instagram takeovers and LinkedIn articles.
Follow-Up Activities: o Intergenerational music workshops, connecting youth with elderly community members.o Supporting participants in developing small-scale music-based initiatives.

5. Youth Leisure Centre – Jaunimo Laisvalaikio Centras (Lithuania)

Website: www.jlc.lt
Key Actors: Marius Petrauskas (Coordinator), Local Youth Councils, National Broadcasting Agency, Lithuanian Youth Forum.
Dissemination Plan: o Local newspaper articles and TV interviews.o Promotion on municipal websites and youth platforms.
Follow-Up Activities: o Hosting "Cultural Jam Sessions" to encourage intercultural dialogue.o Managing an Instagram storytelling campaign featuring participant reflections.

6. Agrupamento de Escolas de Vilela (Portugal)

Website: www.aevilela.pt
Key Actors: João Costa (Head of Education), Valsousa TV, O Paredense Newspaper,Porto Education District.
Dissemination Plan: o TV and newspaper coverage via Valsousa TV and O Paredense newspaper.o Development of digital learning resources.
Follow-Up Activities: o Organizing student-led workshops where participants teach music-based inclusion techniques.o Hosting a final conference on project learnings.

The Harmony in Diversity project ensures its legacy by:

Embedding best practices in partner organizations.
Utilizing digital tools for accessibility and longevity.
Encouraging new Erasmus+ initiatives inspired by the project.

Through structured dissemination and sustainability efforts, Harmony in Diversity will continue shaping youth engagement, cultural understanding, and social inclusion through music across Europe and beyond.

Through these combined efforts, the project will remain visible beyond its duration, fostering long-term collaborations, inspiring future initiatives, and contributing to youth work in Europe.

Follow-up Activities (Harmony in Diversity)