Poland
Follow-up Activity
Country of the team: Poland
Partner organisation: Step To Europe
Team members: Wiktoria, Joanna, Borys, Miłosz and Magdalena
Format: Two short presentations for a group of young people
Status: Proposed follow-up activity; final report to be completed after implementation
1. Purpose of the follow-up activity
The purpose of the follow-up activity is to share the experience and learning outcomes of the Erasmus+ training course "Harmony in Diversity: Music for Socialisation and Self-Expression Across Cultures". The activity is designed for a group of young people and is intended to explain how music, rhythm and creative group work can support communication, inclusion, self-expression and cooperation between people from different cultural backgrounds.
3. Structure of the two presentations
The first presentation introduces the "Harmony in Diversity" project, its Erasmus+ framework and its international character. The team explains the purpose of the training course, the countries represented and the role of non-formal education. Selected examples of activities are used to show how rhythm, voice, movement and cooperation can help people communicate beyond language barriers.
The second presentation focuses on the meaning of harmony in diversity. The team discusses how differences in language, culture, experience and ability can become a source of creativity rather than a barrier. Participants are invited to reflect on situations in which music or another shared creative activity helped them feel included, express themselves or connect with others. The session ends with a short discussion and a summary of the project's main messages.
4. Expected learning outcomes and evaluation
After the two presentations, participants should have a clearer understanding of the "Harmony in Diversity" project and of the opportunities offered by Erasmus+. They should also recognise music as an accessible tool for socialisation, self-expression and intercultural dialogue. The activity can be evaluated through a short verbal reflection at the end, during which participants identify one new idea they learned and one method they could use in their own group, school or local community.
Participants' impressions from the project:
1. WIKTORIA
The "Harmony in Diversity" training showed me how music can be used as a practical tool for communication and inclusion. I found the international environment especially valuable because it required us to cooperate with people who had different experiences, working styles and levels of musical confidence. Activities based on rhythm, voice and group coordination helped me understand how a facilitator can create a space in which participants feel more comfortable expressing themselves. The project also strengthened my confidence in presenting ideas and adapting activities to the needs of a diverse group.
2. JOANNA
For me, the most valuable part of the project was the combination of intercultural learning and non-formal education. Working with participants from several countries made it possible to compare approaches to youth work and to see how creative methods can reduce language barriers. I appreciated the opportunity to learn through practice rather than only through discussion. The training gave me ideas for short activities that can be used to introduce topics such as diversity, cooperation and mutual respect to young people.
3. BORYS
The project helped me look at music from a broader perspective. It was not only about singing or performing, but also about listening, reacting to others and building a common rhythm. Some exercises required concentration and trust, which made the group cooperation more visible. I also learned that music-based activities can be adjusted for participants who do not have professional musical skills. This made the methods more relevant for youth work and for groups with different levels of experience.
4. MIŁOSZ
Participating in "Harmony in Diversity" gave me practical experience of teamwork in an international group. I found the activities connected with body percussion, collaborative music-making and group reflection particularly useful. They showed how a simple creative task can encourage participation and help people become more open to one another. The project also improved my ability to communicate in English and to explain ideas clearly when working with people from different cultural backgrounds.
5. MAGDALENA
The training was a valuable opportunity to explore self-expression, inclusion and cultural diversity through music. I appreciated the balance between creative exercises and reflection on what the activities could mean in youth work. The international exchange allowed me to meet youth workers and participants with different perspectives and to understand how similar challenges are addressed in other countries. I returned with a stronger awareness of the role that safe, participatory activities can play in helping young people feel heard and included.
FINAL EVALUATION STATEMENT
Step To Europe participated as the Polish partner organisation in the Erasmus+ professional development activity "Harmony in Diversity: Music for Socialisation and Self-Expression Across Cultures", hosted and coordinated by ACPELIA in Pissouri, Cyprus, from 4 to 11 April 2026. The organisation was represented by five participants: Wiktoria, Joanna, Borys, Miłosz and Magdalena.
The project created an international learning environment in which youth workers and young people could explore music as a tool for socialisation, self-expression, inclusion and intercultural dialogue. The programme combined non-formal education, creative group work and reflection. Activities involving rhythm, voice, movement, body percussion, collaborative music-making and musical storytelling encouraged participants to communicate beyond language barriers and to work as part of a diverse group.
From the perspective of Step To Europe, the project made a meaningful contribution to the participants' personal and professional development. It strengthened their communication in English, confidence in international cooperation and understanding of group dynamics. It also provided practical inspiration for youth work by demonstrating how simple music-based methods can support participation, trust and mutual understanding, including among people with different levels of musical experience.
The international composition of the group was an important element of the learning process. Cooperation with participants from other European countries enabled the exchange of experiences, approaches and working methods. The project supported intercultural awareness and showed that diversity can become a source of creativity when participants are given a safe and inclusive space for shared expression.
Step To Europe evaluates the project positively. Its objectives were relevant to contemporary youth work, and the combination of creative practice, intercultural learning and non-formal education offered useful foundations for further educational and dissemination activities. The experience also strengthened the organisation's readiness to participate in future European cooperation projects focused on inclusion, dialogue and the active involvement of young people.
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