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Digital Wellbeing: Finding Balance in the Digital Age
Discover how to preserve your digital wellbeing while staying connected. Practical advice for young people engaged in international mobility.
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Stories of solidarity and action
Inspiration, guides, and news from the heart of our engaged community.
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Guides & tips
Managing Information Overload and Mental Health
Learn to recognize and manage information overload from social media and digital sources. Discover practical strategies to filter content, reduce anxiety, and restore mental balance.
Guides & tips
Understanding Algorithm Impact on Mental Health
Discover how social media algorithms affect your mental health and learn to take control of your digital experience. Essential insights for engaged youth.
Programs
Non-Formal Education Methods in Erasmus+ Projects: Workshops, Games, and Experiential Learning
Explore the power of non-formal education in Erasmus+ projects. Learn about key methods like workshops, games, and experiential learning for effective youth development.
Programs
The Youthpass Certificate: Documenting and Validating Your Youth Exchange Learning Outcomes
Learn what the Youthpass certificate is, how it documents learning outcomes from Erasmus+ youth exchanges, and how to use it for jobs and education.
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Youth Exchange Programs: Your Complete Guide to 5-21 Day International Adventures
Explore our complete guide to Erasmus+ Youth Exchange programs. Learn about eligibility, activities, skill development, and the Youthpass certificate for 5-21 day international adventures.
Programs
Beyond Borders: How Youth Exchanges Develop Soft Skills and Intercultural Competence
Discover how Erasmus+ youth exchanges, through non-formal education, build essential soft skills and intercultural competence for young people in an interconnected world.
Impact & mission
Why International Solidarity is More Important Than Ever
Facing global challenges, solidarity is no longer an option. Discover our vision and our approach.
Impact & mission
Our Dual France-Benin Approach: A Model for Cooperation
Discover how our unique bi-national foundation shapes an international solidarity based on reciprocity.
Testimonials
A Day in the Life of an NCI Volunteer in Benin
Immerse yourself in the daily life of our volunteers in Benin, an immersion rich in emotions and actions.
News
Recap: The “Call for International Solidarity” Event in Benin
Relive the highlights of our event in Benin that brought youth together around engagement.
Programs
The European Solidarity Corps (ESC): A Year to Change the World
The complete guide to the European Solidarity Corps, a funded opportunity to get involved abroad.
Guides & tips
Your Guide to Your First Volunteering Experience Abroad
Our practical tips for choosing a program, preparing your budget, and embarking on the adventure.
Guides & tips
The Art of Intercultural Communication: Tips for Your Next Exchange
Master the keys to successful communication in an international context for an enriched experience.
Programs
Unlock Your Potential: Skills Development in Our Training Courses
Our training courses are real skill accelerators for youth workers and facilitators.
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Join Us: Upcoming Youth Opportunities with NCI
Your gateway to youth exchanges, training, and volunteer missions. Check out our latest offers!
News
Building Youth Organization Partnerships for Increased Impact
We are proud to announce new collaborations to strengthen our programs and multiply our actions.
Impact & mission
Building a Sustainable Future, Together: Our Action in Benin
Focus on our projects in Benin, combining ecology, culture, and youth for a lasting impact.
Guides & tips
5 Ways to Support a Cause from Home
Solidarity engagement has no borders. Discover 5 concrete actions to take from your home.
Testimonials
A Journey of Discovery: Bonifacia’s Experience with International Solidarity
Discover the journey of Bonifacia, a participant in our “Call for International Solidarity” event.
Impact & mission
The Power of Youth to Create a More Just World
Discover how the engagement of young people in social and political issues is shaping a more equitable future for all.
Impact & mission
Meet the Founders: The Vision Behind NCI
The story of Cyril Le Clech and Sergio Gandonou, and the birth of our bi-national NGO.
Programs
From Participant to Ambassador: The EuroPeers Network
How participants in our projects become ambassadors for European mobility.
Programs
More Than a Trip: The True Youth Exchange Experience
Dive into the world of youth exchanges, an adventure of learning and personal growth.
Programs
PECS: How We’re Shaping Tomorrow’s Engaged Citizens
Discover our Civic and Solidarity Engagement Program that transforms young people into leaders.
Guides & tips
How to Turn Your Volunteer Experience into Professional Success
Tips for highlighting the skills acquired on a mission on your resume and in job interviews.
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