Evaluation of the Exchange

Everything was beautiful and important were the
experiences I have collected.
ELENI, Hamburg
The banana game.
FRANCESO, Palermo
“Raise your voice - Europe can hear you”
Bohinjsko Jezero, Maribor, Portoroz - Slovenija
2013
Evaluation
of the Exchange
1. What was the nicest experience for
you during this exchange, the most
important and the most moving one?
Very clearly, my Birthday and my most moving
was, that I could celebrate my B-Day with my
friends, which I could never do before.
MARCO, Hamburg
The most beautiful was to get to know a wonderful
country, the most important the talk with CB and
the most moving the Birthday of Marco.
ARMIN, Hamburg
To forget my sorrows, to find new friends and to
know more about different countries.
WENDY, Hamburg
The most beautiful was the lake in the first week
and the food in all three places.
BENNI, Hamburg
O jogo da banana, e senti-me muito triste em saber
que o encontro está a acabar.
The Banana game felt very sad knowing that the
exchange was going to end.
DIOGO, Madeira
Meeting all the friendly people and getting to
know how caring and interesting everyone is.
CHARLOTTE, Liverpool
O mais comovente foi o jogo da banana, senti muita
emoção. Sinto que um pouco de mim fica em vós.
The most moving was the Banana game. I feel that
a bit of me stays here with you.
PEDRO, Madeira
The nicest experience was visiting the mountains
and staying in Bohinj. The most important was
getting to know everyone on the exchange. The
most moving experience was the Portugeese
workshop on raising your voices.
RHIANNON, Liverpool
Last year I was astonished to hear the question
being asked “Oh, youth exchanges still work?”
This year we really proved they do.
DAN, Liverpool
The Banana game was very moving, to understand
that these were the last hugs.
MATTEO, Palermo
The nicest experience during this exchange was
the very warm welcome I received when I arrived
in Bohinj. The most important for me was to learn
the true meaning of equal opportunities.
NEIL, Liverpool
Learning and seeing new friends.
LUKE, Liverpool
1
The nicest experience for me was when we went to
Ljubljana and explored the city and visited the
castle.
DANNI, Liverpool
I like most the super programme. All the
workshops have „moved“ me.
ERIK, Bratislava
The nicest thing for me was to see all the new
people blend straight away like we had all known
each other for many years. The most important for
me was learning to adopt to the way of others. The
most moving was showing the video we made for
Marco’s birthday and to see him so emotional was
emotional for us to.
KATE, Liverpool
People from other countries are really so nice and
good.
MUCI, Mariljub
Cooperation with people from other countries. That
young people can move the world if they unite.
ROMAN, Bratislava
I like most the super programme. All the
workshops have „moved“ me.
ERIK, Bratislava
How young people can cooperate and create
something together.
MARTIN, Bratislava
To meet new people and that there is always a
solution.
ALEX, Bratislava
The most beautiful experience was to see my group
as they cooperate during intercultural evening. The
most important and strong was the banana game
when it was warm to find out how young people
care for each other.
JAŠI, Bratislava
The nicest was meeting all these amazing people.
The most important was realizing how diverse we
are but so compatible at same time. The most
moving was during banana game.
NEJA, Mariljub
One of the important moments was a cat walk (the
energy on the square was good and moving) and
play day (it was cute and nice). The nicest was
also the hike (it was a real pleasure to watch all
people jumping into water by waterfalls).
NATAŠA, Mariljub
Making new friends, practicing social skills.
SAŠO, Mariljub
The nicest was the first week in Bohinj, being
together with everybody, no place to get lost. The
most important for me was the fact that people
enjoyed their time and learned new things. The
most moving: Multikultishow, days in Portorož.
URŠKA, Mariljub
The most moving was when all the participants get
necklaces and they have been wearing them all the
exchange. The nicest things were our night by the
bonfire. The most important was that we made an
awesome exchange and that people had a great
time.
JERCA, Mariljub
I learn a lot of English and that I’m not alone.
FRANCI, Mariljub
The most beautiful experience for me was to be
able to see all my friends again, the most
important experience was to obtain the personal
experience and the most emotional experience was
the illusion, which helps us do workshops.
BEA, Málaga
The most beautiful experience was the trip to the
mountains because I was able to enjoy the nature,
avoid the “new technologies”, share anecdotes and
laughs with people that appreciate you.
LUDMILA, Málaga
2
When all the people receive us with kisses and
hugs (even the people didn’t know me). The other
important and emotional experience was “Banana
game”, where I could see how people think about
me after the exchange.
NACHO, Málaga
The most beautiful as realizing, that in some
moments when I couldn’t be with them, my group
keep working and solving problems. The most
important seeing after 10 years, the power of
Youth Exchange remains the same. And the most
moving was “banana game” as usual so many
emotions come out.
MARISA, Málaga
The first night when we meet.
GONZALO, Málaga
For me, I can mix these three feelings in one. It
was the lake and the nature. It made all work
together and being more confident and relax. It
was a small place to be all together.
ELENA, Málaga
The arrival in Bohinjsko jezero when all receive us
and give us hugs and kisses ... The banana game
because I can see what everyone think about me.
ASCEN, Málaga
The most beautiful experience was to be received
by everyone the night of arrival, to receive hugs,
kisses and to see all people again. The most
important was to cope with people from many
countries, with different cultures. The most
emotional experience was to see how we worked
and enjoy together as a team, although we don’t
come from the same country.
ANGEL, Málaga
A mais bonita foi rever os amigos. A mais
importante foi aproveitar ao máximo o que o
encontro nos deu, e dá. Mais comovente foi a
despedida.
The nicest was seeing all friends again. The most
important was making the most of what that
exchange gave us, and still gives. The most
moving was to say good bye.
TÂNIA, Lisboa
A experiência mais bonita foi poder reencontrar e
conhecer outras pessoas. A mais comovente foi sem
dúvida o jogo da banana e a despedida.
The most beautiful experience was being able to
meet some people again and get to know others.
The most moving was undoubtedly the banana
game and the farewell.
ARIANA, Mirandela
A experiência mais bonita, importante e comovente
foi o “banana game”, porque recebi um feedback
muito bom de todas as pessoas e quero que isto não
tenha sido um adeus mas sim um até já a todas as
pessoas importantes e que me ajudaram neste
encontro.
The nicest experience, the most important and the
most moving was the "banana game" because I
received a very good feedback from everyone and I
don’t want this to be a "goodbye", but a "see you
soon" to all the important people and those who
helped me during this exchange.
FILIPA, Lisboa
Durante o encontro tenho duas coisas a referir
bastantes importantes. Uma delas são os workshops
realizados pelos diferentes países, são estes ilhas de
trabalho que fazem verdadeiro sentido no encontro.
Trabalhamos todos juntos e trocamos ideias. Por
último o jogo da banana é a experiência muito
importante e comovente, onde temos tempo para
falar com cada um dos participantes e refletir.
I have two quite important things to mention
regarding this exchange. One is the workshops
conducted by the different countries. They are so
useful for the exchange. We all work together and
exchange ideas. Finally, the banana game is a very
important and moving experience where we have
time to talk to with each of the participants and
reflect.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
2. What did you learn during the
exchange?
Aprendi que tenho que estudar mais para conectar
mais com as pessoas.
I learnt that I had to study more to connect with
more people.
DIOGO, Madeira
3
Aprendi a ter responsabilidade. A funcionar em
equipa e a perceber outras linguas.
I learned to take responsibility to work in a team
and to understand more languages.
PEDRO, Madeira
During this exchange I learnt, that friendship is
something very very beautiful.
BERNARDO, Palermo
That although we come from different countries,
we are all equal, we are young people, who want a
better future.
MATTEO, Palermo
I have learnt so many things and also a bit of
English
FRANCESO, Palermo
Many new things, which can help in my life.
KAI, Hamburg
That you can celebrate your birthday in a different
way.
MARCO, Hamburg
I learnt how to face paint. I had never done it
before and it was good to see the children were
impressed with my drawing.
DANNI, Liverpool
That a wonderful Slovenian team can organise,
despite a lot of work a super exchange with a
lightness. Thank you.
ARMIN, Hamburg
Different languages, cultures and to contact other
people and to shut the mouth when it is
necessary.
ELENI, Hamburg
Some activities, inspired by workshops, see and
listen to what young people thing.
JAŠI, Bratislava
Stay beautiful Europe.
DAN, Liverpool
The need to solve things now and do not postpone
it!!
ALEX, Bratislava
That being able to speak another language is very
important and can widen my opportunities.
I learnt that Europe is neglecting young people of
learning and job opportunities.
CHARLOTTE, Liverpool
Communication skills based on language and you
can learn a lot about people regardless of what
languages you speak.
RHIANNON, Liverpool
I learned more about tolerance, understanding and
the extent of my own temper with self-control.
And finally I learned how hard it is to host and
exchange and be flexible.
NEIL, Liverpool
I learnt how to say things in other languages.
LUKE, Liverpool
I learnt how to communicate a lot more without
language.
KATE, Liverpool
I learned how to cooperate with people from other
countries. How to manifest fully my own opinion.
ROMAN, Bratislava
How to cooperate and especially how to prevent
argues and conflicts.
ERIK, Bratislava
I learned that if the tasks are divided between the
others, the work is easier.
MARTIN, Bratislava
4
I learned to connect with a lot of different and
new people, a lot about myself, like I can do
things I never thought I can (Catwalk).
XXX, Xxx
Even though we think that the hope is gone, we
should raise our voices anyway to fight and to
obtain the life we deserve.
BEA, Málaga
New languages and words, translating from
Slovenian, English and Spanish, letting myself go
and not be so shy when meeting new people.
NEJA, Mariljub
Que não necessito de anos para conhecer uma
pessoa porque conheci pessoas que serão muito
importantes em minha vida e que quero como
amigas. Também aprendi muito sobre política, um
assunto que eu não entendia bem.
That I do not need years to get to know a person
because I met people who will be very important
in my life and who I want as friends. I also learned
a lot about politics, a subject that I did not
understand well until now.
FILIPA, Lisboa
I learned how to improve my self-esteem on
catwalk, because I thought that I’m not going to
be able to do that. I improved my English.
NATAŠA, Mariljub
I learn more English, German a little bit of Italien,
Portugeese and Slovenien too! I’ve learned how to
communicate with people from another countries.
NACHO, Málaga
That my advices really do help.
MUCI, Mariljub
I learnt that friendship has no language, country,
age or colour borders. But if you have the will, any
relationship based on friendship is possible.
MARISA, Málaga
I learned about situations in other countries and
what we can do to change it.
GONZALO, Málaga
That there are so many different people, with
different cultures, behaviour and needs.
SAŠO, Mariljub
For friends and friendship sky is the limit. And
that I’m really good to act in stress situations.
JERCA, Mariljub
Talking in English.
FRANCI, Mariljub
I learned that with very little you can be happy.
When someone looks at you and smiles at you. We
don’t understand each other very well, because of
the language barrier. But we all understand the
universal language of LOVE.
LUDMILA, Málaga
I learned about love, respect and friendship going
beyond ideas and or borders. I think I learned
about the real meaning of this exchange: loving
and carrying each-others no matter how many
problems they have carried with themselves.
ELENA, Málaga
Aprendi que juntos somos mais fortes. E que o
sentido da vida consiste em fazer sentido a outras
vidas.
I learned that together we are stronger. And that
the meaning of life is to make sense in other
people’s lives.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
I have improved my English (now I know how to
say knife, fork). But the most important thing I
have learned is that all together we can achieve
our goals, we only have to cooperate. I also know
how is life in Slovenia, thanks to this exchange,
which was organised by a very brave group.
ANGEL, Málaga
5
Aprendi um pouco de outras linguas e também a
cultura deste país, que para mim foi a primeira vez
que cá estive.
I learned some other languages and also the
culture of this country, as for me it was the first
visit here.
ARIANA, Mirandela
Eu descobri que devemos respeitar a opinião de
outras pessoas, e não ter vergonha de nos
expresasmor a nossas ideias.
I discovered that we have to respect the opinion
of other people and that we should not be
ashamed to express our ideas.
PEDRO, Madeira
Aprendi que temos que aproveitar ao máximo o que
a vida nos dá, que os encontros servem não só para
o conhecimento de novas culturas mas também a
oportunidade de uma experiência para a vida.
I learned that we have to make the most of what
life gives us and that these exchanges are not only
for knowledge of new cultures but also an
opportunity for life experience.
TÂNIA, Lisboa
Vorrei che L’Europa me sentisse, perché aiutasse I
giovanni a non prendere cattive strade.
I would like that Europa would hear me, because it
would help young people not to take bad streets.
BERNARDO, Palermo
You can meet friends for life in only 2 weeks. The
exchange is a place where young people can share
their stories, ideas, feel loved, happy and
important.
URŠKA, Mariljub
To help the unemployed people
FRANCESO, Palermo
A bit of other languages, the situation in other
countries and the power we have to change it. And
how to communicate with other people who don’t
speak my language.
ASCEN, Málaga
3. “Raise your voice - Europe can hear
you”
What did you discover about our
theme and what will you do to have
your needs respected and your voice
heard?
Aprendi que esta crise ou esta fase dificil que
estamos a atravessar se estivermos prontos sera
mais facil atravessa-la.
I discovered that this crisis or this difficult phase
which we are passing will be more easy to
overcome if we are prepared.
DIOGO, Madeira
That all of us together, we can make it
MATTEO, Palermo
More courage to open my mouth and that I can
pass it on.
KAI, Hamburg
Europe needs us and we need Europe. This applies
to young and not so young people I will continue
to defend the European idea with vehemence
against all odds.
ARMIN, Hamburg
That we can learn a lot about other things.
BENNI, Hamburg
More people to listen to us.
NICK, Hamburg
I will fight to the maximum that my voice would
be heard and respected like the voice of all people
whether a politician or somebody else, I have the
right to demonstrate.
TÂNIA, Lisboa
Keep your vision… Don’t be afraid, you’re not just
a statistic.
DAN, Liverpool
6
I discovered how passionate young people are
about making a change and trying to improve
opportunities for next generations.
CHARLOTTE, Liverpool
I have discovered that all young people feel they
aren’t listened to. In order to be heard you need
to use your voice … and work together.
RHIANNON, Liverpool
I need and want to be more pro-active in my local
community with the people and local authorities.
By myself I may not have the power to change the
world but like Marisa said, we all have the power
to make small changes ourselves and slowly
change the world.
NEIL, Liverpool
I discovered that there is a lot of different ways to
set your voice heard.
LUKE, Liverpool
I’ve observed that many young people are being
tired from never ending process of communication
with authorities, which many times do not care.
JAŠI, Bratislava
I notices a lot of debate about how the
government is being run and that you need a lot
of people behind you to be heard and take action
of making a better Europe.
DANNI, Liverpool
To have my needs respected and my voice heard, I
would work hard on my opinions and thoughts
until the right person heard.
KATE, Liverpool
More intensive cooperation with media and
politicians, so they will find out that also young
people have good ideas.
ROMAN, Bratislava
I will start to participate on elections and give my
opinion.
JERCA, Mariljub
I found out that our country in comparison to the
others is not in the worst situation (jobs, money).
About the voice to be heard, I will need some
propagation on the internet.
ERIK, Bratislava
That each government is in chaos and the
politicians take care more about money. More
organisations dealing with this have to be
founded.
ALEX, Bratislava
I discovered that all young people want to be
heard, to be active and to participate, so I am not
alone. I’ll fight for my needs, I will be heard by
taking actions and connecting with people that
think similar.
XXX, Xxx
That we come from different backgrounds and that
there are young people in even worse situations
than us.
NEJA, Mariljub
I will try to share stories about young people from
Europe and find the way that people with
influence can hear us. I will also learn more about
politic.
NATAŠA, Mariljub
I’ve discovered that there are so many young
people in the EU that has good ideas about
making a change but they can not … If the whole
Europe would stay together as one, their stories
would be different.
MUCI, Mariljub
Young people in Europe need to fight for their
needs and rights.
SAŠO, Mariljub
We are active and we are looking or making
possibilities for themselves … I will continue with
my volunteer work and fight for the things I
believe in.
URŠKA, Mariljub
7
I will need more space for self-realization and
realization of more plans.
MARTIN, Bratislava
I can help to the people to fight for their rights
and never let them give up.
NACHO, Málaga
That young people can change our future.
FRANCI, Mariljub
I will help older people through volunteering
because they have also helped the young people.
They have many things to tell us, to pass on to us,
and they can also help us raise our voices by
giving us their advice.
BEA, Málaga
I think that the problem is that if we raise our
voices, Europe won’t hear us. You can go to
demonstrations and fight for your rights but the
government is not concerned about us. In Spain
there is a contrast in society: homeless and rich
people cope together in a country which does not
offer opportunities to young people. The difference
between rich and poor people is becoming bigger
and now we have less rights and more poorness.
ANGEL, Málaga
I’ve discovered that we all want a dignified job
and good education. The majority of people in the
exchange don’t have a good life, and the most
important thing is to have a job. I alone cannot
do much, because the voice of only one person
cannot be heard. I’ll try to do more public things
with E.I.M.A. that are connected with this theme
... but is very difficult to be heard.
LUDMILA, Málaga
Vou lutar ao máximo para que a minha voz seja
ouvida e respeitada, como a de todas as pessoas,
seja um politico ou outra pessoa. Eu tenho o direito
de me manifestar.
I will fight as effectively as possible so that my
voice is heard and respected, as well as all people’s
voices, whether a politician or other person. I
have the right to manifest.
TÂNIA, Lisboa
Que podemos fazer imensas coisas para sermos
ouvidos.
That we can do many things to be heard.
ARIANA, Mirandela
Irei levantar a minha voz, irei participar mais em
movimentos de jovens. E que não só a crise é
importante, mas também devemos preocupar com
questões ambientais, entre outras coisas.
I will raise my voice, I will participate more in
youth movements. And that not only the crisis is
important, but that we should also worry about
environmental issues, among other things.
FILIPA, Lisboa
I found out that we may think that we cannot do
anything for the change, but the fact is that we
are the ones able to make it happen and we can
start from within our communities with little steps
towards a better future.
MARISA, Málaga
I will fight for other rights and I will help to other
people to do this.
GONZALO, Málaga
I will keep fighting and working with EIMA,
making little steps and doing my best to my
community and also I will raise my voice in
demonstrations and protests.
ELENA, Málaga
Descobri que apesar desta crise existem outras
coisas bastantes importantes. Uma delas é o meio
ambiente que temos que preservar. Vou levantar a
minha voz participando em ações e movimentos de
jovens para que haja igualdade e para que todos
tenham um trabalho e que o horário de trabalho
seja correspondente ao salário.
I discovered that despite the crisis there are also
other important things. One is the environment
that we have to preserve. I will raise my voice
participating in actions and youth movements
fighting for equality and for everyone to have a
job where the working hours correspond to the
salary.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
8
Fight for my right and help other people for their
rights.
ASCEN, Málaga
To integrate my self into the group and to get up
earlier.
WENDY, Hamburg
4. What would you like to change for
the next exchange?
More media projects as a part of their programme,
rather than trying to squeeze them in a random
moments.
DAN, Liverpool
Sim, que os outros grupos fosem mais unidos uns
com os outros.
Yes, that the other groups would be more united
with one another.
DIOGO, Madeira
Na minha opinião o encontro foi muito bom, não
há aspectos a mudar.
In my opinion the exchange was very good there
are no aspects to change.
PEDRO, Madeira
For the next exchange I would not change
anything and I hope that it will be Màlaga or
Palermo organising it in the same way.
BERNARDO, Palermo
I would not change nothing, because for me
everything was perfect.
MATTEO, Palermo
The breakfast.
CHARLOTTE, Liverpool
Less activities in the sun if the weather is hot. Not
as many up hills walks.
RHIANNON, Liverpool
I would like to get over my phobia of flying
insects, so I can enjoy natural surroundings.
DANNI, Liverpool
I would like to have epa news.
KATE, Liverpool
There is no need for so much free time.
ERIK, Bratislava
Nothing (things were super).
MARTIN, Bratislava
Nothing, it was perfect like this.
FRANCESO, Palermo
Nothing.
ALEX, Bratislava
To become more open.
KAI, Hamburg
Only little! I would go again in the first week in a
beautiful place far from the City. Maybe more ideas
for a swing in the last days?
ARMIN, Hamburg
Not to be so timid and approach other people from
other countries.
PEGGY, Hamburg
I would like to begin on time with people who are
there, not wait sometimes really long.
JAŠI, Bratislava
It is just perfect!
XXX, Xxx
Being on time.
NEJA, Mariljub
9
I would like more of the same people will be on
the exchange for 14 days.
NATAŠA, Mariljub
I would propose that we would let people know
how it feels when you don’t understand a word at
the beginning of the exchange so that they will
better considerate the power of translation.
MARISA, Málaga
Country.
MUCI, Mariljub
Being less time in big cities.
SAŠO, Mariljub
As vezes a comunicação de uns com os outros.
Sometimes the communication between each
other.
ARIANA, Mirandela
A little bit more integration between city groups,
we have to find a way to communicate with others
and make everyone feeling like one.
ELENA, Málaga
No more walks under the sun at 3PM.
ANGEL, Málaga
Nothing.
ASCEN, Málaga
Queria que tudo fosse igual, mas queria menos
subidas com malas. E queria conhecer algumas
pessoas que não tive o prazer de falar esta ano.
I would like everything to stay as it is, but I would
like fewer ascents carrying suitcases. And I would
like to get to know some people who I have not
had the pleasure of speaking to this year.
FILIPA, Lisboa
Keep the first week in remote place. Leaders
meeting should be taken more serious.
URŠKA, Mariljub
Nada!
Nothing!
TÂNIA, Lisboa
Numa forma geral esta tudo positivo. Não mudaria
nada em concreto. Pois a mudança dá-se a cada
dia.
In general way everything is great. I would not
change anything in concrete as changes take place
every day.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
Nothing. Maybe that it would last longer.
JERCA, Mariljub
Nothing.
FRANCI, Mariljub
I would like to change those walks at 3 p.m. under
the sun. Other than that, it was a great exchange.
Thank you Slovenia!
BEA, Málaga
I don’t want to change anything about the
exchange! Maybe colder weather.
NACHO, Málaga
Nothing.
5. Have you been encouraged to
change something in your life, when
you go back? If yes, what and how?
Sim, a respeitar mais a natureza.
Yes, to respect more the Nature
DIOGO, Madeira
Sim, aprendi a ter respeito pela a natureza e não
jogar lixo para o chão. Isso vai ser uma mudança
para o resto da minha vida.
Yes, I learned to respect the Nature and not to
throw litter on the floor this will be a change for
the rest of my life.
PEDRO, Madeira
GONZALO, Málaga
10
To continue like so far working with the older
young people is still very important for me and I
would like to explore this beautiful corner of
Europe privately.
ARMIN, Hamburg
Yes, I want to learn other languages, to
communicate with everybody.
MATTEO, Palermo
Yes. I am going to really think about my future,
what I want and how I can get to there. Because
on the exchange they showed me how.
I should stop being so fussy with food and try to
get a bit fitter.
KATE, Liverpool
To work on my own projects. To gain more new
experiences.
ROMAN, Bratislava
Yes, to fight more for others
KAI, Hamburg
Yes, to have my teeth done!
MARCO, Hamburg
These meetings charged me with positive energy,
which is disappearing slowly but it takes a year
and then we have next meeting.
MARTIN, Bratislava
To start with a stabile life.
To help others to take life more seriously.
WENDY, Hamburg
My diet to begin with. To commit to our recycling
project rather then just saying that I am, and to
listen more when people raise their voices.
DAN, Liverpool
ALEX, Bratislava
Yes, for me the challenge will be to try to motivate
for participation more youngsters from our
neighbourhood.
JAŠI, Bratislava
CHARLOTTE, Liverpool
People can always surprise you. I should give
people more chance and trust in them even more.
XXX, Xxx
To try and stay in contact with people and to get
people more. I will also try to be more proactive in
my community.
RHIANNON, Liverpool
To really put my heart into work with youth,
because I saw how such experience are important
for them.
NEJA, Mariljub
I now really want to be active in my community,
to help better my small little world with my own
skills. For me that will be to teach respect and
tolerance through graffiti and workshop; like a
local exchange.
NEIL, Liverpool
I would really like to know more about the youth
policy, how politics work.
NATAŠA, Mariljub
To learn a new language.
Yes, to solve all my problems in a positive way.
SAŠO, Mariljub
Yes, to overcome my fear. It will also help in
Liverpool.
DANNI, Liverpool
Yes, personal problems (with talking).
MUCI, Mariljub
I would like to do EVS, I got few ideas for new
projects to do in my home and my organisation.
I even more now realize the importance of raising
your voice and will do that more actively.
URŠKA, Mariljub
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I will never judge people and I will never allow
other people to judge anyone by their look.
JERCA, Mariljub
Yes, raise my voice to make me hear and speak
with the people to get fight for my rights.
ASCEN, Málaga
Yes, I will be more honest and open.
FRANCI, Mariljub
That I will be less shy until I’ve been until now.
ANGEL, Málaga
Of course, it is never too late to change something
in your life; I’ll start with small changes and will
never give up.
BEA, Málaga
A não desistir de nada e lutar por aquilo que eu
quero.
Not to give up anything and fight for what I want.
TÂNIA, Lisboa
Yes I want to change something in my life because
the exchange this year helped me to see myself
and value myself as a person and not only doing
things that seem fine/good.
AYELEN, Málaga
Sim, aprender melhor inglês!
Yes, learn better English!
Yes. I will direct my energy in to setting a goal.
Everything I’ve wanted to reach, I’ll will and will
finish it. Costs what it may, the most important
thing is to finish something and not the time you
need it to finish it.
LUDMILA, Málaga
Yes, now I’m ready to “raise my voice” and I’m
going to try to make a world a better place for
everyone.
NACHO, Málaga
I feel full of renewed energy that I will use
continuing working with my group in little projects
as I believe it is this little steps the ones that will
make it possible for this world to become a better
one.
MARISA, Málaga
I’m always changing to be a good person.
GONZALO, Málaga
ARIANA, Mirandela
Sim. Este encontro fez me ver ainda mais como as
amizades são importantes para o nosso bemestar.Irei obrigar a minha familia a reciclar para
preservar o meio ambiente. E também vou aprender
mais linguas para conseguir comunicar com toda a
gente.
Yes. This exchange made me see even more how
friendships are important for our well-being. I will
force my family to recycle to preserve the
environment. And I will learn more languages to
be able to communicate with everyone.
FILIPA, Lisboa
Numa maneira geral fui encorajada. Não só quando
chegar em casa mas em todo o encontro. Porque
cada dia vamos conhecendo um pouco de nós e
maneiras mais corretas de lidar com outras pessoas,
porque no fundo somos todos diferentes mas todos
iguais.
I have been encouraged in general, not only when
I get home but throughout the exchange. Because
every day we get to know a little more about
ourselves and ways of dealing with other people
since deep down we are all different but all equal.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
This exchange make me feel more secure about
myself in terms of making decision. I will change
my views of the thing and my way to solve
problems or decisions I have to do every day.
ELENA, Málaga
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6. Would you encourage your friends
to take part in an International Youth
Exchange? If yes, Why?
Sim, porque aprendemos viver em sociedade e
respeitar as outras pessoas.
Yes, because we learned to live in community and
to respect other people.
DIOGO, Madeira
Sim, encorajeria meus amigos todos, e meus amigos
dariam muito para um dia poderem viajar num
encontro internacional.
Yes I would encourage all my friends, and my
friends would give a lot that one day they would
participate in an International youth exchange.
PEDRO, Madeira
I would explain to one of my friends, because this
is an experience, which changes you personally. I
have had the experience to participate.
BERNARDO, Palermo
There are surely only few young people who don’t
make very important experiences during an
International Exchange. I would therefore
encourage all young people to take part I such an
even also my own children.
ARMIN, Hamburg
Yes because it is an experience for life.
PEGGY, Hamburg
Yes I would, because you learn lots of things and
get to know more people you get to know the most
different countries it is simply beautiful.
WENDY, Hamburg
Yes, they are amazing experiences you never forget
… get to see and experience cultures and
countries you might have visited and you make life
long friends.
RHIANNON, Liverpool
Yes, they are like changing.
LUKE, Liverpool
Yes, to make them understand, that the world is
not that bad after all, as it seems.
MATTEO, Palermo
Yes of course!!! Because you simply learn a lot, get
to know people and it is fun.
ELENI, Hamburg
It’s an eye opener. I can only describe an
exchange to an extend, but participating can
change your life and show you a new way to solve
and old problem and deal with borders.
NEIL, Liverpool
Yes, because they are beautiful experiences, which
all boys like us want to make.
FRANCESO, Palermo
Of course, because you take something with you
for your life.
KAI, Hamburg
Yes, because it is amazing. You meet new people,
learn new cultures and realize everyone wants the
same things in government.
DANNI, Liverpool
Yes. Because this is one big things in our lifes. We
are learning and experienced how life look from
other view.
XXX, Xxx
I think any young person should take part as it is
a very rewarding and amazing experience.
KATE, Liverpool
For sure, I will try to encourage them to come, but
it will be still their decision.
ERIK, Bratislava
That is for sure. There is a need to listen to new
ideas and opinions.
ALEX, Bratislava
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YES! Because this can be one of the best
experiences in young people’s life… And you feel
the love!
NATAŠA, Mariljub
Yes, the exchange is the chance to see things
differently as they are.
JAŠI, Bratislava
Exchange is definitely something that stays in a
heart forever.
XXX, Xxx
Absolutely, it’s an unique opportunity that ever
young person should be part of. It helps with
understanding, patience, it broads your horizonts,
it helps you learn how to communicate, you meet
new people, gain knowledge.
NEJA, Mariljub
Yes, because this is an unique experience. It help
you to grow up as a human being.
NACHO, Málaga
Yes, because they can get lots of experiences for
life.
SAŠO, Mariljub
Yes, definitely! It represents an opportunity to
meet new people and train your social skills, see
new places and learn new cultures. It gives you 2
weeks to be different, take chances and be who
you want to be.
URŠKA, Mariljub
Yes, because it is and unforgettable experience.
GONZALO, Málaga
Yes, because you get new experiences.
FRANCI, Mariljub
Yes, exchanges like this help you grow as a person,
you gain a lot because they are unique and
unforgettable experiences.
BEA, Málaga
Here we all learn how to be affectionate, how to
avoid violence, we learn how to communicate and
express our true feelings. The most beautiful thing
is to be so different but feel like you’re alike. I
think that if we all were here, there would neither
be problems nor confrontations. The epa education
is the best education, because epa has many
different opinions from different parts of the
world.
LUDMILA, Málaga
Definitely the answer is yes! Because this is a lifechanging experience in which you learn to better
live in society and how to understand other
communities and people better in order to
promote peace and understanding among
countries, communities etc.
MARISA, Málaga
Yes, because they will learn a lot about different
cultures and people.
MUCI, Mariljub
I would totally recommended because this
exchanges are really big life-changing experience.
It gives you a chance to learn life lessons from
sixty people and good life lessons or bad ones. It
teaches you respect, love, friendships and coworking.
ELENA, Málaga
Yes. Because it changes your life forever. After you
experience something like that, you become
another person, filled with love, happiness and
most of all with a lot of new friends who stays in
your heart forever.
JERCA, Mariljub
To participate on a international youth exchange
is a fantastic experience that everyone should
have so I would recommended my friends to
participate. Coping in community with people from
different countries and cultures makes you realize
that there are many points of view, so each
problem may have a lot of solutions. Another
important aim is that you can visit many
countries, towns where you discover breathtaking
landscapes, moments. Of course you also have fun
with energizers, games, walks, parties…
ANGEL, Málaga
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Yes, because it is an unforgettable experience.
ASCEN, Málaga
Não, infelizmente.
No, unfortunately.
TÂNIA, Lisboa
Sim. Porque são 14 dias otimos e é uma boa
experiência que eu recomendaria a amigos.
Yes, because it’s amazing 14 days and a good
experience which I recommend my friends.
ARIANA, Mirandela
Sim. Porque é uma experiência única, conhecimento
de novas culturasm linguas e um bom local para
conhecer pessoas fantasticas que vão ficar para
sempre no meu coração e que nunca serão
esquecidas, mesmo que passem anos porque tem
boas memorias com elas.
Yes, because it’s a unique experience, getting to
know new cultures and languages, a good place to
get to know fantastic people who will stay in my
heart forever and I will never forget, even if years
pass by because I have so good memories with
them.
FILIPA, Lisboa
Obviamente que sim. Estes encontros internacionais
de jovens são muito importantes para o crescimento
pessoal e coletivo de cada pessoa. É muito
importante para abrir a mente estar em contato
direto com novas realidades como conhecer novas
linguas, diferentes culturas e criar amizades para a
vida.
Obviously so. These international youth exchanges
are very important for the personal and collective
growth of each person. It is very important to
open the mind to be in direct contact with new
realities and getting to know new languages,
different cultures and build friendships for life.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
Other comments:
I found it beautiful we had so many Pick Nicks
and that we have seen so many Cities.
WENDY, Hamburg
Espero voltar novamente a encontrar as pessoas
queridas do encontro. Vou sentir muita falta destas
boas pessoas. Beijos.
I hope to meet again the beloved people of the
exchange, I will miss these good people a lot.
Heartfelt kisses
DIOGO, Madeira
Espero que possa voltar todos os anos, porque é
muito dificil não poder estar com a minha segunda
familia. Beijos enormes.
I hope that I can come back every year because it
is very difficult not to be with my second family.
Enormous heartfelt kisses.
PEDRO, Madeira
Un grande abbraccio a tutti, vi ringrazio per questa
experienza e opportunitá ci avete dato fiducia.
Mi dispiace molto che a volte il mio gruppo non era
molto puntuale. Novamente ringrazio tutti, grazie
de tutto.
A big hug to all, I thank you for this experience
and opportunity, you trusted us.
I am very sorry, that my group were sometimes not
very punctual.
Again I thank you all for everything.
BERNARDO, Palermo
These exchanges help me to change and make me
wish to live a better life
MATTEO, Palermo
Thank You all, I was very well with you, I felt at
home. This was only because of you, because you
treated me very well.
Thank you from the heart, we’ll meet again next
year. An intense and profound kiss, reaching you
from my heart.
FRANCESO, Palermo
Many thanks to all who have contributed with
their commitment to this wonderful and important
exchange. I do hope my team allows me to
continue to participate next year.
ARMIN, Hamburg
A wonderful experience. It was real delight to
discover Slovenia. It’s a real gem in Europe.
DAN, Liverpool
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Keep doing the exchanges!
RHIANNON, Liverpool
I am glad that I could participate on the
exchange.
ALEX, Bratislava
Love is stronger then hate.
NEIL, Liverpool
I hope I am able o join the next exchange to see
old friends again and meet new people.
DANNI, Liverpool
Love backwards is to start evolving.
KATE, Liverpool
The late starts of activities can make some of them
not interesting.
MARTIN, Bratislava
This was one of the best 14 days in my life. It will
always stay in my mind. And also if we were
organising, I could enjoy every moment.
NATAŠA, Mariljub
Sometimes people judge one person before getting
to know them. I think that an exchange teaches
you respect and equality and not rejection and
judging.
AYELEN, Málaga
Thanks for giving us this experience again!
BEA, Málaga
Thanks for making our exchanges so interesting
and fun. I owe you so much because you helped
me to open my mind and think with my heart and
my head. Thank you for making me realise that not
everything in life is money or material things. A
hug or a kiss cannot be bought and if you have
good friends, you need nothing more. With you
I’ve learned not to be so shy anymore, and to fight
for what I deserve and never give up. We are one
big family where everybody loves each other and
care for each other. I hope I’ll be able to
participate in the next exchange. Again I say,
THANK YOU.
LUDMILA, Málaga
Thank you very much to creating this all.
JAŠI, Bratislava
This was my first exchange to organise and I am
very proud of myself and my team. And I really
feel I learned a lot and am ready for new
opportunities to learn more.
URŠKA, Mariljub
Para mim é sempre com enorme alegria e satisfação
que participo neste tipo de encontros internacionais
de jovens, é muito importante para minha
construção como pessoa. Um muito obrigado a
todos por esta linda oportunidade. Espero poder
usufruir mais vezes desta oportunidade. Até já.
It is always with great joy and satisfaction that I
participate in this type of international youth
exchanges, it is very important for my
development as a person. Thank you all for this
wonderful opportunity. I hope to have the pleasure
to of this opportunity more often. See you soon.
ANA TERESA, Lisboa
Espero mesmo muito voltar no próximo ano porque
fiz amizades fantásticas que espero ver pelo menos
uma vez por ano. Por isso quero que me façam o
convite novamente. E gosto muito de todos.
I really hope to come back next year because I
made amazing friendships that I hope to see at
least once a year. That is why I would like to get
another invitation. I like everyone a lot.
FILIPA, Lisboa
I would like that people leave their prejudice at
home and bring a heart ready to receive love and
good and beautiful emotions and feelings.
ELENA, Málaga
I love you all.
FRANCI, Mariljub
I hope I can go next year!
MUCI, Mariljub
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The exchange was organized perfect. I’m looking
forward to be a participant on the next exchange.
SAŠO, Mariljub
Thank you everyone to be part of our exchange
and to help us with so many things. Everyone of
you was important for this exchange.
JERCA, Mariljub
Thank you so much for so much care, hard work,
love, patience, effectiveness ... and see you next
year!
MARISA, Málaga
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