Regaining a sense of belonging
MUDA_TT+
CHANGE YOUR TERRITORY
It is a collaborative non-formal education project that aims to promote the rural world, transmit the values and potential of the Alentejo region, making it a living laboratory of learning and skills. Through activities in a practical and rural context, with a strong sense of belonging, we seek to bring young people closer to the culture and traditions of Alentejo and the economic sectors of the region and raise awareness of rurality, territorial cohesion and social innovation.
Portugal
Regional
Alentejo, Algarve and Lisbon Metropolitan Area
Mainly rural
It refers to other types of transformations (soft investment)
Yes
2024-11-24
No
No
No
As a representative of an organisation
"Change Your Territory" is a collaborative non-formal education project that aims to promote rural areas and highlight the values and potential of the Alentejo, transforming it into a living laboratory for learning and skills development. It is designed for high school students from the Alentejo, Lisbon, and Algarve regions, strengthening territorial and personal connections while raising awareness among young people from other areas about this territory.
Educational activities, field visits, and community sessions take place in public spaces and historical heritage sites within a practical and rural context, fostering a sense of belonging and community through culture, traditions, and hands-on experiences in local economic sectors. The project seeks to maximize learning through a practical and realistic educational model, establish an emotional and cultural connection with the Alentejo, and promote entrepreneurship and regional development. This multi-level and collaborative approach, involving different stakeholders, aims to develop young people who are more conscious and motivated to contribute to a more inclusive, sustainable, and attractive community.
MUDA_TT+ has had a significant positive impact, engaging 2,054 students and 1,161 community members in 41 activities. The project has greatly enhanced the appreciation of the region, reinforced the sense of belonging, and encouraged youth participation in social and community initiatives. The overall perception of its impact was overwhelmingly positive, with 86.2% of students stating that the project helped them better recognize the value of the Alentejo. Additionally, 72.3% of students reported feeling a stronger emotional connection to the Alentejo and its cultural and natural heritage.
This project is an example of how education, territorial appreciation, and social innovation can transform regions, celebrate traditions, and prepare future generations.
Educational activities, field visits, and community sessions take place in public spaces and historical heritage sites within a practical and rural context, fostering a sense of belonging and community through culture, traditions, and hands-on experiences in local economic sectors. The project seeks to maximize learning through a practical and realistic educational model, establish an emotional and cultural connection with the Alentejo, and promote entrepreneurship and regional development. This multi-level and collaborative approach, involving different stakeholders, aims to develop young people who are more conscious and motivated to contribute to a more inclusive, sustainable, and attractive community.
MUDA_TT+ has had a significant positive impact, engaging 2,054 students and 1,161 community members in 41 activities. The project has greatly enhanced the appreciation of the region, reinforced the sense of belonging, and encouraged youth participation in social and community initiatives. The overall perception of its impact was overwhelmingly positive, with 86.2% of students stating that the project helped them better recognize the value of the Alentejo. Additionally, 72.3% of students reported feeling a stronger emotional connection to the Alentejo and its cultural and natural heritage.
This project is an example of how education, territorial appreciation, and social innovation can transform regions, celebrate traditions, and prepare future generations.
Rurality
Community
Sense of Belonging
Culture
Partnerships
MUDA_TT+ aims to enhance the rural world, promoting a symbiotic connection between local generations and young people from other regions, with a focus on regeneration and reconnection with nature and the community. The Agreste region, predominantly agricultural, with a strong tradition in crafts, sustainable tourism, wine tourism and gastronomy, faces challenges related to climate change and maintaining activity and productivity in some economic sectors that drive development. Thus, the project seeks to make young people understand the need to balance human practices with environmental preservation, encouraging the adoption of adaptation to climate change.
To achieve these objectives, field actions were carried out in a rural context, where young people were able to experience sustainable practices related to natural resource management, sustainable agriculture, ecological tourism and biodiversity preservation. Collaborative activities encouraged participants to apply practices that respect the environment and promote the regeneration of nature.
The workshops held on social entrepreneurship, gastronomy, biodiversity and crafts, articulating environmental sustainability, material circularity and waste transformation, encourage the development of sustainable business ideas and models based on local resources.
Although there is no physical transformation of spaces, public and historic spaces are used as a center for community activities, creating a link between generations and promoting respect for history. Sharing traditional knowledge about the sustainable use of natural resources has strengthened awareness about environmental regeneration and preservation.
This collaborative and practical education model allows us to regenerate and enhance places, connecting them to local identity and promoting a sense of belonging to the community.
To achieve these objectives, field actions were carried out in a rural context, where young people were able to experience sustainable practices related to natural resource management, sustainable agriculture, ecological tourism and biodiversity preservation. Collaborative activities encouraged participants to apply practices that respect the environment and promote the regeneration of nature.
The workshops held on social entrepreneurship, gastronomy, biodiversity and crafts, articulating environmental sustainability, material circularity and waste transformation, encourage the development of sustainable business ideas and models based on local resources.
Although there is no physical transformation of spaces, public and historic spaces are used as a center for community activities, creating a link between generations and promoting respect for history. Sharing traditional knowledge about the sustainable use of natural resources has strengthened awareness about environmental regeneration and preservation.
This collaborative and practical education model allows us to regenerate and enhance places, connecting them to local identity and promoting a sense of belonging to the community.
MUDA_TT+ focuses on creating collective experiences that connect people to the territory through architecture, culture, and traditions, using immersive activities that generate craftsmanship, heritage, and creative expression. The use of public spaces and historical sites integrates the local context sensitively, creating an engaging and functional environment that showcases the potential of built structures, reflecting their use and recalling their origins, construction, and history over time.
Through intergenerational experiences, such as culinary workshops in community wood-fired ovens built with traditional "tijolo de burro" bricks or in the private kitchens of older residents, participants explored construction techniques like "taipa," which is predominant in the Alentejo. This sustainable method, known for its high thermal inertia, enhances the region’s climatic characteristics by improving thermal performance. However, it has been gradually replaced by concrete, risking the loss of knowledge on soil selection, moisture control, and execution.
Artistic initiatives engage various art forms and artists, including urban painting, tilework, ceramics, carpentry, buinho (reed weaving), and workshops using recycled and organic materials. These activities encouraged participants to reflect on the territory’s identity, revitalize spaces, and create artistic installations as expressions of empathy and different perspectives on rural life. Additionally, wool weaving workshops provided insight into the wool cycle, from its natural state to the creation of garments, highlighting its economic and cultural significance in the region.
This creative process was designed to be collective and participatory, using co-creation practices to discover and rediscover the value of heritage. The built environment plays a central role in uniting communities and should be preserved and innovatively utilized, contributing to collective well-being.
Through intergenerational experiences, such as culinary workshops in community wood-fired ovens built with traditional "tijolo de burro" bricks or in the private kitchens of older residents, participants explored construction techniques like "taipa," which is predominant in the Alentejo. This sustainable method, known for its high thermal inertia, enhances the region’s climatic characteristics by improving thermal performance. However, it has been gradually replaced by concrete, risking the loss of knowledge on soil selection, moisture control, and execution.
Artistic initiatives engage various art forms and artists, including urban painting, tilework, ceramics, carpentry, buinho (reed weaving), and workshops using recycled and organic materials. These activities encouraged participants to reflect on the territory’s identity, revitalize spaces, and create artistic installations as expressions of empathy and different perspectives on rural life. Additionally, wool weaving workshops provided insight into the wool cycle, from its natural state to the creation of garments, highlighting its economic and cultural significance in the region.
This creative process was designed to be collective and participatory, using co-creation practices to discover and rediscover the value of heritage. The built environment plays a central role in uniting communities and should be preserved and innovatively utilized, contributing to collective well-being.
As a collaborative education project using a living and dynamic territory as a learning tool, we must break segregation barriers, promote equal opportunities, and foster collective development based on solidarity and cooperation. By bridging rural and urban regions and bringing together young people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, the project encourages the freedom to explore rural realities in an immersive and collaborative way, strengthening social cohesion and a sense of belonging.
The collaborative network of partners and resource-sharing is fundamental, as it provides young people with access to workshops, field visits, exchange programs, and co-creation spaces in an inclusive way, enhancing their learning and skill development. Community activities such as crafts, gastronomy, and cante alentejano across generations encourage mutual knowledge exchange within this educational process.
MUDA_TT+ promotes social values such as solidarity, cooperation, and respect for local traditions while also challenging outdated paradigms about rural life. By offering learning experiences and co-creation activities between young people and local communities, the project inspires new ways of living together, focusing on intergenerational and intercommunity relationships. A total of 81.6% of students reported learning the importance of strengthening their sense of community.
This approach has the potential to create a replicable social model in other regions with similar characteristics. Encouraging youth engagement in local solutions, reinforcing a sense of belonging and social responsibility, is essential for developing new forms of community and social organization. Thus, MUDA_TT+ can be considered a transformative example in the context of social inclusion, promoting education, valuing the territory, and contributing to the creation of a new model of collective and sustainable development.
The collaborative network of partners and resource-sharing is fundamental, as it provides young people with access to workshops, field visits, exchange programs, and co-creation spaces in an inclusive way, enhancing their learning and skill development. Community activities such as crafts, gastronomy, and cante alentejano across generations encourage mutual knowledge exchange within this educational process.
MUDA_TT+ promotes social values such as solidarity, cooperation, and respect for local traditions while also challenging outdated paradigms about rural life. By offering learning experiences and co-creation activities between young people and local communities, the project inspires new ways of living together, focusing on intergenerational and intercommunity relationships. A total of 81.6% of students reported learning the importance of strengthening their sense of community.
This approach has the potential to create a replicable social model in other regions with similar characteristics. Encouraging youth engagement in local solutions, reinforcing a sense of belonging and social responsibility, is essential for developing new forms of community and social organization. Thus, MUDA_TT+ can be considered a transformative example in the context of social inclusion, promoting education, valuing the territory, and contributing to the creation of a new model of collective and sustainable development.
The community, cultural, and intergenerational activities of the MUDA_TT+ project encouraged reflection on the importance of preserving the traditions, history, and culture of the Alentejo, emotionally impacting both students and the community. This process contributed to strengthening the sense of belonging to the territory and community ties, promoting empathy, which is crucial in rural areas affected by depopulation and an aging population.
Participants identified MUDA_TT+ as a platform for citizenship and co-creation, where everyone felt actively involved in building initiatives for the future. By participating in artistic activities, workshops, entrepreneurship sessions, and debates with experts, businesses, and policymakers, students and citizens experienced increased personal and collective empowerment, awakening to a more active role in society and the search for innovative solutions to local challenges.
The institutions and businesses involved highlighted their closeness to students and the community, recognizing the permeability of knowledge and viewing the project as an active and dynamic collaborative network. The exchange of experiences and values led to a better understanding of the territory and its needs, contributing to more coordinated local development planning. The collaboration between schools, associations, businesses, and public entities was essential to strengthen community support networks and adopt a coordinated approach to identifying and solving local problems.
Thus, MUDA_TT+ provided opportunities for learning and the development of social skills in the areas of citizenship and personal development, aiming for an emotional shift among students, both rural and urban, regarding the Alentejo, towards a more cohesive, inclusive, and sustainable future for future generations.
Participants identified MUDA_TT+ as a platform for citizenship and co-creation, where everyone felt actively involved in building initiatives for the future. By participating in artistic activities, workshops, entrepreneurship sessions, and debates with experts, businesses, and policymakers, students and citizens experienced increased personal and collective empowerment, awakening to a more active role in society and the search for innovative solutions to local challenges.
The institutions and businesses involved highlighted their closeness to students and the community, recognizing the permeability of knowledge and viewing the project as an active and dynamic collaborative network. The exchange of experiences and values led to a better understanding of the territory and its needs, contributing to more coordinated local development planning. The collaboration between schools, associations, businesses, and public entities was essential to strengthen community support networks and adopt a coordinated approach to identifying and solving local problems.
Thus, MUDA_TT+ provided opportunities for learning and the development of social skills in the areas of citizenship and personal development, aiming for an emotional shift among students, both rural and urban, regarding the Alentejo, towards a more cohesive, inclusive, and sustainable future for future generations.
MUDA_TT+ engaged various stakeholders at different levels, with each one actively contributing to the design and implementation of the project, creating a collaborative network essential to its success. Students and teachers from the participating regions took part in defining the project strategy, identifying areas of interest and activities that aligned with the curriculum. This provided a practical educational experience, bringing young people closer to communities and raising awareness about territorial identity, local development, and social skills in a more engaging way.
The local community played a key role as mentors in workshops, cultural events, and heritage preservation activities. This strengthened intergenerational bonds, revitalized practical knowledge, and promoted social cohesion. The collaboration between public and private entities in the region was crucial, creating a support network that shared resources, experiences, and knowledge to promote territorial development and regional cohesion.
Exchanges between schools from different regions established a common thread in terms of content and educational practices using the territory as a tool. The value generated was the connection between schools and communities both inside and outside the region, expanding the project's impact and bridging different realities, strengthening cooperation networks, and fostering the exchange of educational and cultural practices.
Aligned with the principles of NEB, MUDA_TT+ reflected a philosophy of social transformation. The exchange of knowledge and practices at multiple levels and the application of NEB concepts to the local context increased the international visibility of the project and the communities involved. This engagement also strengthened civic participation and brought European policies closer to rural realities, promoting a more integrated and inclusive approach to territorial development.
The local community played a key role as mentors in workshops, cultural events, and heritage preservation activities. This strengthened intergenerational bonds, revitalized practical knowledge, and promoted social cohesion. The collaboration between public and private entities in the region was crucial, creating a support network that shared resources, experiences, and knowledge to promote territorial development and regional cohesion.
Exchanges between schools from different regions established a common thread in terms of content and educational practices using the territory as a tool. The value generated was the connection between schools and communities both inside and outside the region, expanding the project's impact and bridging different realities, strengthening cooperation networks, and fostering the exchange of educational and cultural practices.
Aligned with the principles of NEB, MUDA_TT+ reflected a philosophy of social transformation. The exchange of knowledge and practices at multiple levels and the application of NEB concepts to the local context increased the international visibility of the project and the communities involved. This engagement also strengthened civic participation and brought European policies closer to rural realities, promoting a more integrated and inclusive approach to territorial development.
The project adopted an interdisciplinary approach, involving various fields of knowledge to address the challenges of the territory and local communities. Among the highlighted areas, education and pedagogy played a key role, with the application of playful-pedagogical activities and workshops in practical and rural contexts, providing participatory learning and integrating field knowledge with theory afterwards.
Local and territorial development was also a major focus, with specialists, managers, and local representatives leading discussions and activities on the potentials and challenges of the territory, promoting coordinated and sustainable development. Culture and heritage were foundational to the project, with an emphasis on preserving and enhancing Alentejo's traditions. Local artists, experts, and artisans actively participated in workshops, sharing knowledge and practices that shaped territorial identity, contributing to strengthened cohesion and a sense of belonging.
Additionally, the project promoted social, emotional, and citizenship skills, developing activities focused on building empathy, teamwork, and social awareness, which are essential for a more inclusive society. The field of entrepreneurship and social innovation was central, facilitating the exchange of ideas on innovative solutions to local problems. Interaction with social entrepreneurs provided a deep understanding of the stages of social projects and their impact on the quality of life for beneficiaries.
Each of these areas contributed a unique perspective, but all aligned towards a common goal: promoting territorial, social, and cultural development in a collaborative and integrated manner. The value of this process was the creation of a multifaceted collaborative network that empowered participants and generated significant impacts in strengthening the local community, enhancing the territory, and promoting a culture of participation and co-creation among various social actors.
Local and territorial development was also a major focus, with specialists, managers, and local representatives leading discussions and activities on the potentials and challenges of the territory, promoting coordinated and sustainable development. Culture and heritage were foundational to the project, with an emphasis on preserving and enhancing Alentejo's traditions. Local artists, experts, and artisans actively participated in workshops, sharing knowledge and practices that shaped territorial identity, contributing to strengthened cohesion and a sense of belonging.
Additionally, the project promoted social, emotional, and citizenship skills, developing activities focused on building empathy, teamwork, and social awareness, which are essential for a more inclusive society. The field of entrepreneurship and social innovation was central, facilitating the exchange of ideas on innovative solutions to local problems. Interaction with social entrepreneurs provided a deep understanding of the stages of social projects and their impact on the quality of life for beneficiaries.
Each of these areas contributed a unique perspective, but all aligned towards a common goal: promoting territorial, social, and cultural development in a collaborative and integrated manner. The value of this process was the creation of a multifaceted collaborative network that empowered participants and generated significant impacts in strengthening the local community, enhancing the territory, and promoting a culture of participation and co-creation among various social actors.
MUDA_TT+ stands out for its innovative approach, combining experiential and collaborative learning, integrating theory and practice continuously. It uses the territory as a dynamic laboratory for learning and skills acquisition, promoting the valorization of rural areas as an incentive for the active engagement of all participants.
The methodology, inspired by the principles of the NEB, sparks curiosity and strengthens participants' connection with European policies, broadening their sense of belonging to the European Union.
Student participation in the design of the project is an innovative element, allowing them to choose the areas of interest to explore, thus taking autonomy in their educational process. The project establishes a strong connection between the school, community, and the business and associative sectors, adopting a local and systematic approach with a "social sense," promoting community participation, inclusive education, and the development of critical thinking habits, cooperation, and democratic, creative decision-making.
In addition to involving the community in cultural activities, MUDA_TT+ connects various dimensions, such as education, local development, entrepreneurship, and social innovation, in an integrated way. The project aims not only to raise awareness among young people but also to empower them as ambassadors of the territory, strengthening their local identity and encouraging them to act as change agents in their communities. Thus, "valorizing the rural world" also means valuing the individual as a promoter of transformation, applying territorial authenticity in the development and change process.
The methodology, inspired by the principles of the NEB, sparks curiosity and strengthens participants' connection with European policies, broadening their sense of belonging to the European Union.
Student participation in the design of the project is an innovative element, allowing them to choose the areas of interest to explore, thus taking autonomy in their educational process. The project establishes a strong connection between the school, community, and the business and associative sectors, adopting a local and systematic approach with a "social sense," promoting community participation, inclusive education, and the development of critical thinking habits, cooperation, and democratic, creative decision-making.
In addition to involving the community in cultural activities, MUDA_TT+ connects various dimensions, such as education, local development, entrepreneurship, and social innovation, in an integrated way. The project aims not only to raise awareness among young people but also to empower them as ambassadors of the territory, strengthening their local identity and encouraging them to act as change agents in their communities. Thus, "valorizing the rural world" also means valuing the individual as a promoter of transformation, applying territorial authenticity in the development and change process.
The methodology of MUDA_TT+ is innovative and based on a collaborative and practical approach, integrating experiential learning with theory—a networked and collaborative education model focused on local development. The territory serves as a dynamic laboratory, fostering an environment of co-creation and continuous learning. The project begins with a diagnostic phase, involving partners to identify local needs and priority intervention areas.
During the project design phase, a co-creation approach is adopted, engaging students, teachers, and potential partners to identify areas of interest and explore the rural environment. The development of an activity plan and a collaborative partner network follows the logic of the territory and its identified needs, enabling hands-on activities such as field visits, workshops, and exchange programs.
In the implementation phase, the project blends theory and practice, using the territory as a living laboratory. Activities include educational games, field visits, inter-school exchanges, and workshops in areas such as art, agriculture, gastronomy, and social innovation, fostering creativity and entrepreneurial projects that enhance the rural territory.
Additionally, reflection sessions are held to consolidate learning and strengthen students' connection to the territory, encouraging them to become local ambassadors and change agents. The methodology includes continuous adjustments, incorporating regular feedback from all participants and assessing its impact on students through meetings and surveys.
The **MUDA_TT+ methodology is cyclical and dynamic**, with each phase informing the next and continuously adapting to the evolving needs of the community and students. The project places participants at the center of the learning process, empowering them to learn, create, reflect, and act in an active and collaborative way, always with the rural territory as both the starting point and the ultimate goal.
During the project design phase, a co-creation approach is adopted, engaging students, teachers, and potential partners to identify areas of interest and explore the rural environment. The development of an activity plan and a collaborative partner network follows the logic of the territory and its identified needs, enabling hands-on activities such as field visits, workshops, and exchange programs.
In the implementation phase, the project blends theory and practice, using the territory as a living laboratory. Activities include educational games, field visits, inter-school exchanges, and workshops in areas such as art, agriculture, gastronomy, and social innovation, fostering creativity and entrepreneurial projects that enhance the rural territory.
Additionally, reflection sessions are held to consolidate learning and strengthen students' connection to the territory, encouraging them to become local ambassadors and change agents. The methodology includes continuous adjustments, incorporating regular feedback from all participants and assessing its impact on students through meetings and surveys.
The **MUDA_TT+ methodology is cyclical and dynamic**, with each phase informing the next and continuously adapting to the evolving needs of the community and students. The project places participants at the center of the learning process, empowering them to learn, create, reflect, and act in an active and collaborative way, always with the rural territory as both the starting point and the ultimate goal.
The MUDA_TT+ project has replicable elements that can be adapted to various local realities. The collaborative and practical methodology, which actively involves students, teachers, and local partners in the design of the project, allows customization according to the specific needs of each community and the application of different areas of knowledge.
The use of the territory as a "laboratory" is a concept that can be implemented in various regions, leveraging local resources to promote learning and the appreciation of local heritage and culture, creating immersive educational experiences.
Building collaborative networks between schools, businesses, and local institutions strengthens the ties between different sectors and offers opportunities for practical, transdisciplinary learning. The strategic selection of partners, aligned with regional needs, is crucial to ensuring the success and impact of the activities.
Moreover, the practice of cultural exchanges between schools and communities from different regions enables the exchange of knowledge and broadens participants’ horizons, fostering a learning network across diverse contexts.
Another transferable aspect is the empowerment of young people as ambassadors of the territory and agents of change. This approach can be adapted to other communities, encouraging active participation, entrepreneurship, and citizenship, while leveraging local dynamics to stimulate positive attitudes for social transformation.
The use of the territory as a "laboratory" is a concept that can be implemented in various regions, leveraging local resources to promote learning and the appreciation of local heritage and culture, creating immersive educational experiences.
Building collaborative networks between schools, businesses, and local institutions strengthens the ties between different sectors and offers opportunities for practical, transdisciplinary learning. The strategic selection of partners, aligned with regional needs, is crucial to ensuring the success and impact of the activities.
Moreover, the practice of cultural exchanges between schools and communities from different regions enables the exchange of knowledge and broadens participants’ horizons, fostering a learning network across diverse contexts.
Another transferable aspect is the empowerment of young people as ambassadors of the territory and agents of change. This approach can be adapted to other communities, encouraging active participation, entrepreneurship, and citizenship, while leveraging local dynamics to stimulate positive attitudes for social transformation.
The enhancement of rural areas is essential, especially in countries where rural populations face challenges in accessing education, employment, and development opportunities. By using the territory as a "living laboratory," the project aims to improve understanding of rural realities and promote more effective public policies for its development.
To reduce disparities between urban and rural areas, the project facilitates knowledge and experience exchange, creating a collaborative network that strengthens mutual understanding and combats social fragmentation.
The project addresses the challenge of rural depopulation by raising awareness among young people about the importance of their regions and fostering emotional connections with local communities. By valuing heritage and promoting community activities such as fairs and exhibitions, MUDA_TT+ encourages young people to see rural areas as places of opportunity for living, studying, and working. Additionally, it promotes intergenerational activities to strengthen social cohesion and preserve local traditions.
In the field of education, MUDA_TT+ fights inequalities by promoting non-formal and collaborative education, helping bridge the gap between urban and rural areas. School exchanges and experience-sharing among educators contribute to a more equitable education system.
Sustainability is also a core focus of the project, which promotes sustainable agricultural practices and environmental conservation through outdoor activities and the revitalization of public spaces. Furthermore, the project empowers young people in entrepreneurship and social innovation, helping to combat youth unemployment and create local opportunities.
By training territory ambassadors, MUDA_TT+ prepares young people to become agents of change, contributing to the economic and social development of their regions.
To reduce disparities between urban and rural areas, the project facilitates knowledge and experience exchange, creating a collaborative network that strengthens mutual understanding and combats social fragmentation.
The project addresses the challenge of rural depopulation by raising awareness among young people about the importance of their regions and fostering emotional connections with local communities. By valuing heritage and promoting community activities such as fairs and exhibitions, MUDA_TT+ encourages young people to see rural areas as places of opportunity for living, studying, and working. Additionally, it promotes intergenerational activities to strengthen social cohesion and preserve local traditions.
In the field of education, MUDA_TT+ fights inequalities by promoting non-formal and collaborative education, helping bridge the gap between urban and rural areas. School exchanges and experience-sharing among educators contribute to a more equitable education system.
Sustainability is also a core focus of the project, which promotes sustainable agricultural practices and environmental conservation through outdoor activities and the revitalization of public spaces. Furthermore, the project empowers young people in entrepreneurship and social innovation, helping to combat youth unemployment and create local opportunities.
By training territory ambassadors, MUDA_TT+ prepares young people to become agents of change, contributing to the economic and social development of their regions.
The project influenced students perception of their role in society, with 69.3% of participants stating that their experiences in MUDA_TT+ shaped their understanding of their function within the community, demonstrating a strengthened civic and social awareness.
Additionally, 72.3% of students reported that the project encouraged them to engage more in social and educational initiatives, reinforcing the idea that MUDA_TT+ has a lasting impact on students' involvement in future actions.
80% of students stated they formed new friendships and strengthened interpersonal relationships, while 77% mentioned they developed greater empathy and understanding for others. This confirms the project's crucial role in fostering social interactions, creating bonds, and promoting a more collaborative and inclusive environment.
Awareness of collective well-being and community work was among the most valued aspects, with 81.6% of students recognizing the importance of these concepts in strengthening the community. This suggests that MUDA_TT+ successfully conveyed the necessity of collaboration for a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable society.
Moreover, 74.4% of students reported an increased awareness of sustainability and social impact, highlighting the relevance of educational initiatives aimed at developing more responsible citizens who are attuned to future challenges.
Regarding perceptions of opportunities and challenges in Alentejo, 75.3% of respondents expressed a shift in perspective, while 78.4% of students reported a greater appreciation for rural areas and their potential. Furthermore, 72.3% of students felt a stronger connection to Alentejo and its cultural and natural heritage.
Additionally, 72.3% of students reported that the project encouraged them to engage more in social and educational initiatives, reinforcing the idea that MUDA_TT+ has a lasting impact on students' involvement in future actions.
80% of students stated they formed new friendships and strengthened interpersonal relationships, while 77% mentioned they developed greater empathy and understanding for others. This confirms the project's crucial role in fostering social interactions, creating bonds, and promoting a more collaborative and inclusive environment.
Awareness of collective well-being and community work was among the most valued aspects, with 81.6% of students recognizing the importance of these concepts in strengthening the community. This suggests that MUDA_TT+ successfully conveyed the necessity of collaboration for a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable society.
Moreover, 74.4% of students reported an increased awareness of sustainability and social impact, highlighting the relevance of educational initiatives aimed at developing more responsible citizens who are attuned to future challenges.
Regarding perceptions of opportunities and challenges in Alentejo, 75.3% of respondents expressed a shift in perspective, while 78.4% of students reported a greater appreciation for rural areas and their potential. Furthermore, 72.3% of students felt a stronger connection to Alentejo and its cultural and natural heritage.
