Erasmus+: an opportunity to boost mental wellbeing

Hi, I’m Angelica, and I’d love to share a story with you — one inspired by the values of listening and mental health: the inspiring and eye-opening training course MINDYI, held in the enchanting town of Samobor, Croatia, from September 28 to October 4, 2025, as part of the Erasmus+ program.

The main focus of this training course was raising awareness about mental wellbeing among young people, and exploring how youth information centers and helping professions can work together to build a supportive network for young people. We came from many different countries, each with our own background and story. But the best part was that everyone had a role, a chance to contribute — all united by the same goal: to promote and protect young people’s mental wellbeing, to see them, value them, and welcome their emotions.

Surrounded by woods, flower-decorated bridges, and crystal-clear rivers, what moved me the most was the atmosphere of openness, acceptance, and non-judgment that all the organizations managed to create. Each of us had a voice, felt important, and truly capable of inspiring positive change.

Of course, there were plenty of laughs too! In the evenings we played games, shared stories, and got to know each other better — learning so much from our different experiences.

When I came back home, I felt full — full of joy, gratitude, and inspiration. 

Because that’s what these experiences give you: they fill you up and make you feel alive and inspired.

Updated on Martedì, 17/02/2026