The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) invites youth from Warsaw and the greater Warsaw area to join on 13-15 DECEMBER, 2022 to learn how to:

• Create a collective vision of peaceful, cohesive and inclusive societies among individuals of different ethnic and national backgrounds, cultures, religions and beliefs founded on an understanding of a shared human identity.
• Effectively communicate this vision with others.
• Identify and address negative bias, stereotyping, intolerance and identity-based hate.
• Facilitate “safe space” discussions on issues around identity in ways that foster mutual respect and understanding, peace and security in society.
• Build and sustain coalitions and networks among like-minded youth to advance tolerance and non-discrimination in their communities.

Following the workshop, participants will design and implement activities in their local communities. Individual coaching sessions will be provided to support youth as they translate their ideas into concrete action!
Participants will also have the opportunity to be selected to showcase their initiatives in late 2023 in Lublin – the 2023 European Youth Capital!!

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

• Age: 18-30 years old (at the time of application).
• Must be a Polish or Ukrainian youth based in Warsaw or the greater Warsaw area (Youth with disabilities, Roma and Sinti youth, third country nationals and youth from marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply).
• Language: Intermediate English proficiency (reading, writing and speaking).
• Desired personal qualities and skills: open-minded, sensitive and respectful of diversity, willing to learn, a positive communicator, a team player, innovative, resourceful and committed to initiate positive changes in one’s community.
• Demonstrated motivation to building equal, inclusive and cohesive societies free from all forms of intolerance and discrimination.
• Demonstrated desire to transform communities and build local, national and/or regional groups, collectives, networks or movements.
• Demonstrated interested in promoting mutual respect and understanding with a genuine curiosity to explore the answers to difficult questions.

The deadline for applications is midnight on 30 November 2022. 

Please see the link to the OSCE website: link 

Please see the brochure: here