Blog Archives - Discovery Blog with Erasmus+

Erasmus+ Exchange with Portugal: From traditional dishes to iconic landmarks!

5/19/2025

Amir and Hugo from Germany

Join Amir and Hugo as they take you on a visual journey through Lisbon, exploring the city's delicious cuisine and breathtaking sights. From traditional Portuguese dishes to iconic landmarks, their Erasmus+ adventure is full of discovery, taste, and cultural insight.
"I learned how to travel independently and adapt to living with a new family in a foreign country. I’ve become much more open and realized how much fun it is to discover new cultures. What impressed me most was exploring the city by metro and experiencing everyday life in Portugal." Amir Hazim

Youth for Human Rights: Fighting Modern Slavery and Exploitation

5/15/2025

Ava, Baris, Emily, Oliver, Lea, Bilal
from Germany, Türkiye, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece

Article 4 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights declares:
"No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave trade shall be prohibited in all their forms." This article protects the fundamental right of every person to live in freedom and dignity, free from any form of slavery, forced labor, or human trafficking.
Although slavery is officially banned worldwide, modern forms of exploitation still exist—including child labor, forced work, and trafficking of human beings. As part of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey worked together to explore the meaning and relevance of this human right today.
Through research, creative collaboration, and international dialogue, they examined how modern slavery affects people globally, and why it is important for young people to raise awareness and promote human dignity. This video presents their reflections and aims to encourage action against exploitation in all its forms.

Youth for Human Rights: Raising Awareness for Social Justice and Equality

5/15/2025

Yazen, Zeynep, Filip, Anja, Erieta, Paula
from Germany, Türkiye, Slovakia, Croatia, Greece

Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states:
"Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of themselves and of their family, including food, clothing, housing, medical care, and necessary social services." This article emphasizes that every person has the right to live with dignity, free from poverty, hunger, and insecurity. It ensures access to basic needs and support in times of hardship. As part of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey worked together to explore this essential human right.
Through research, creative collaboration, and international dialogue, they reflected on what an adequate standard of living means in different countries and why it is so important for young people to raise awareness of social justice and equality – not only across Europe, but worldwide. This video shows the results of their work and aims to inspire reflection and action.

Youth for Human Rights: The Right to an Adequate Standard of Living

5/12/2025

Özgür Serra Gölbaşı, Pascal Eckhardt, Bláhová Michaela, Marija Merdžo, Vasiliki Kostikehagia, Eliska Dorčákova
from Türkiye, Germany, Slovakia, Croatia, Greece

Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of themselves and of their family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services."
This article emphasizes the right of every person to live with dignity, free from poverty, hunger, and insecurity, ensuring access to basic needs and support in times of hardship. As part of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey worked together to explore this crucial human right. Through research, creative work, and dialogue, they reflected on what an adequate standard of living means in different contexts and why it is essential that young people raise awareness about social justice and equality across Europe and beyond.

Youth for Human Rights: Article 21 – The Right to Participate in Government and Free Elections

5/12/2025

Fatma Zehra Kuşakcı, Emil Surma, Gonçalo Avila, Şam Sağıt, Oliver Sram, Philipp Krta
from Türkiye, Germany, Portugal, Kroatia, Slovakia, Greece

Article 21 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "Everyone has the right to take part in the government of their country, directly or through freely chosen representatives. [...] The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this shall be expressed in periodic and genuine elections."
This article guarantees the right to political participation, fair representation, and free and regular elections — key elements of any democracy.
Within our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey collaborated to reflect on this fundamental right. They explored how young people can get involved in civic life, why voting matters, and how democratic participation ensures that all voices are heard in shaping the future.

Youth for Human Rights: Article 20 – Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and Association

5/12/2025

Toprak, Piet, Nathan, Elif, Vasilis, Íris
from Turkiye, Germany, Slovakia, Croatia, Greece, Portugal

Article 20 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "Everyone has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and association. No one may be compelled to belong to an association."
This article protects the right of individuals to come together, form groups, and express their opinions collectively, as long as it is done peacefully. It is a cornerstone of active civic participation and democratic engagement. As part of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from six countries — Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey — worked together to explore and reflect on this right. Through international collaboration, they discussed why the freedom to assemble and form associations is essential for young people to make their voices heard, to advocate for change, and to strengthen democratic societies.

Youth for Human Rights: Article 19 - Freedom of Opinion and Expression

5/12/2025

Viktoria Oczadly, Pakize Melek, Cansu Temur, Kalliopi Oikonomou, Margarida Rodrigues, Lukas Trella
from Germany, Slovakia, Türkiye, Greece, Portugal, Croatia

Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights declares that "Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers."
This right is at the heart of open, democratic societies and empowers people to speak up, share their views, and access information freely. In our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey collaborated to explore the importance of this right. Together, they discussed how freedom of speech enables young people to participate in society, raise awareness on important issues, and defend other human rights. Their reflections were captured in creative projects and joint international activities.

Youth for Human Rights: Article 3 – The Right to Life, Liberty, and Security of Person

5/12/2025

Nisa, Theresa, Filip, Duru, Traianos, Miguel
from Türkiye, Germany, Croatia, Greece, Slovakia and Portugal

Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights declares that "Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person." This fundamental right forms the basis for all other human rights, ensuring that every individual is protected in their existence, freedom, and personal safety. As part of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from six countries — Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey — explored the significance of this article together. Through discussions, creative presentations, and international collaboration, they reflected on the meaning of life, freedom, and security in today's world — and why it is vital that these rights are defended and promoted by young people everywhere.

Youth for Human Rights: Article 10 – The Right to a Fair and Public Hearing

5/12/2025

Hilal, Kostis, Luisa, Lina, Yiğit
from Türkiye, Greece, Portugal, Germany

Article 10 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him."
This article emphasizes the right to justice, fairness, and transparency in all legal proceedings — a cornerstone of any democratic society. Within the framework of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from six countries — Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey — worked collaboratively to explore this essential human right. They discussed its significance in safeguarding democracy and protecting individuals, and expressed their reflections through creative outputs and joint activities.

Youth for Human Rights: Article 7 – Equal Before the Law

5/12/2025

Hüseyin, Francesco, Guida, Marwa, Kirill, Elif, George, Lara
from Türkiye, Greece, Portgual, Germany, Slovakia and Croatia

Article 7 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights reminds us that "All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law." This article underlines the universal right to justice, fairness, and protection from discrimination — a principle that remains as relevant today as ever. As part of our Erasmus+ project "Youth for Human Rights", students from six countries — Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Slovakia, Greece, and Turkey — worked together to explore this article. Through joint discussions, creative work, and reflections, they examined what equality before the law means in their societies and how young people can help protect and promote this essential right.