Voices of the Earth was an 8-day international Training Course (Erasmus+ KA153) that treated clay as a medium, a metaphor, and a material for youth work. The training responded to a simple observation: when hands are shaping the earth, conversations become safer, voices become softer, and group tensions ease. This project equipped youth with a practical 3C toolkit to address eco-anxiety, disconnection, and group conflicts through earth-based practices.
Objectives & Key Principles The program was built on the 3C Skills model: Clay (Earth Practice): Using low-cost, air-dry clay (no kiln needed!) for reflection, emotional literacy, and group cohesion. Communication (Dialogue): Strengthening active listening, NVC-informed feedback, and de-escalation skills. Community (Process): Practicing consent-based decision-making (horizontal governance), restorative circles, and inclusion-by-design.
The program supported emotional expression, conflict resolution, and stronger community connections. Each participant also committed to facilitating at least one local 3C session within 90 days, extending the impact beyond the workshop.
Location: Catfarm Education
Dates: April 29th 2026 to 8th May 2026
Partners: Netherlands: Stichting Adventures of the Valparaiso | France: Catfarm Education | Greece: Kinoniki Sineteristiki Epihirisi (COB) | Belgium: Gaia Education Europe | Portugal: Associação Waking Life | Spain: Verbena Espacio Creativo