Do you want to shape the future of environmental youth activism and celebrate 50 years of International Young Naturefriends?
Then join us at From Activist Roots to Naturefriend Routes: 50 Years of IYNF – a training course aimed at equipping participants with the network’s best practices in youth work. Follow the trail of knowledge exchange in the Alps in the coming September and celebrate the next generation of International Young Naturefriends!
You will:
- Gain knowledge about the rich history of International Young Naturefriends’ youth work and how to apply it in your local community
- Practice how to engage young people through educational workshops and activism
- Learn how to implement non-formal education methods, including sports, in youth work and activism
- Build skills to advocate for democracy and climate justice in your community
- Connect with fellow Naturefriends and reflect on the future of the network
This training course is a dynamic space to develop your skills in youth work, non-formal education and activism. It offers practical tools to engage young people, advocate for climate justice and democracy, and gain knowledge of International Young Naturefriends core values. Through peer exchange, hands-on learning, and community building, you’ll gain concrete methods to apply in your local community and beyond.
Join us in celebrating 50 years of International Young Naturefriends by shaping its future together!
📍 Where and when?
Naturfreunde Wildwasserzentrum Campsite, Wildalpen 8, Austria
📅 10–14 September 2025
The venue offers 2 types of accommodation. While the indoor accommodation is reserved for Erasmus+ participants, the campsite is mainly reserved for self-paying participants. Transfer to the venue is provided from Vienna alongside the way back to the city.
👥 Who can join?
- Young people aged 16+ from IYNF network (Member and Partner Organisations). A number of spots is reserved for participants over 30. Youth leaders, activists, volunteers and staff engaged in climate justice, youth participation, and democracy
- A working level of English is recommended
We especially encourage participation from people actively engaged in their respective Naturefriends organisations!
💸 How much does it cost?
Participation fee: 75€ for members and 100€ for non-members (in case of economic constraint, there is a possibility of fee reduction or waiver as the solidarity principle applies), however there are extra spots available for self-payers. In that case the participation fee is 200€.
Accommodation and meals are fully covered. Travel costs will be reimbursed for Erasmus+ participants upon full participation. As part of our commitment to sustainability, all participants will be expected to use green travel options (train, bus, etc.). Flights will be approved only when necessary. Transport from Vienna to the venue shall be arranged by IYNF, therefore participants should arrive in Vienna.
📝 Apply by 14/07/2025, 23:59 CEST
Questions? Contact: iynf@iynf.org
This activity is co-organized by IYNF and Naturefriends International, with the support of Member and Partner Organisations across Europe and beyond. The program is coordinated by the IYNF Secretariat (Secretary General, Vice Secretary General, Project Manager and Project Assistant).
Join us to celebrate 50 years of IYNF — and look into the next 50!