Cross Over Lithuania

In late August 2024, Edit Palinkas represented the Aurin and Miraculum Foundation at the Cross Over 2024 training course in Kaunas, Lithuania. Organized by the Agency of Youth Affairs, the event brought together youth workers and project coordinators from across Europe to develop new Erasmus+ strategic partnerships, share best practices, and strengthen cross-border collaboration in the field of youth work.

Held in the welcoming and nature-filled surroundings of Sadauskų Sodyba, the week offered both structure and freedom: daily workshops on KA2 project design, impact, evaluation, and sustainability, combined with evening networking events and small-group discussions that encouraged open exchange.

During the program, Edit had the opportunity to present ImMusic, an Erasmus+ project focused on using music games and creative methods to support non-formal learning and intercultural engagement among youth. The concept of gamified music-based learning sparked several personal conversations with participants from various countries, all working on educational innovation in youth communities.

While the full details of the new Erasmus+ project she is currently developing remain under wraps, the training provided valuable feedback and inspiration for its direction. The open, collaborative environment in Lithuania proved once again how essential these international spaces are – not just for funding and frameworks, but for real dialogue, fresh ideas, and future friendships.