Manisa Provincial Disaster and Emergency Management Directorate – Türkiye (Coordinator)
The responsibilities include:
- Identifying the hazards and risks related to disasters and emergencies in the province.
- Preparing for disasters and emergencies by implementing provincial disaster risk reduction, response, and recovery plans.
- Managing the provincial disaster and emergency management center 24/7 and ensuring uninterrupted and secure communication.
- Assessing the damage caused by disasters and emergencies.
- Conducting educational activities on disaster preparedness.
- Collaborating with NGOs and training 18,000 AFAD volunteers registered in the provincial system.
- Accrediting potential AFAD volunteers.
- Establishing warehouses for food, equipment, and materials to meet shelter, nutrition, and health needs during disasters.
- Handling mobilization, war preparations, and civil defense services.
- Managing services related to the detection, diagnosis, and decontamination of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) substances.
Go Alive is a youth NGO established in January 2020, located in Kozani, Western Macedonia, Greece. Its mission is to empower young people, particularly those facing social, economic, or geographical challenges, by improving their skills and promoting their active citizenship, employment, and transition into the job market. Key areas of focus include:
- Promoting mindfulness, well-being, and active aging.
- Encouraging youth work, volunteerism, and gender equality.
- Facilitating social inclusion and solidarity through various initiatives.
- Enhancing education through non-formal learning.
- Supporting vulnerable groups such as immigrants, Roma, and refugees.
The organization has been involved in various projects, including local workshops on mindfulness, leadership, environmental protection, and community building. A significant initiative is the Kozani Youth Fest, which brings young people together for non-formal learning and democratic engagement.
Go Alive also manages the European Solidarity Corps, supporting international volunteers and fostering mobility and experiential learning. Additionally, it is an official Eurodesk Multiplier for Western Macedonia, Greece.
Founded in 2019, Extramus is an Italian agency specializing in Erasmus+ programs, focusing on international mobility and youth empowerment. The organization is guided by the values of diversity, inclusion, and equality. Extramus has hosted over 500 trainees from various countries and collaborates with universities and schools across Europe.
Core competencies include:
- ICT and digitalization.
- STEM education.
- Social inclusion and entrepreneurship.
Extramus also works in areas such as non-formal education, refugee support, and sustainable development. The organization is involved in 14 active projects, aimed at improving personal and professional development, stress management, and youth entrepreneurship.
Associação Inspira! is a youth NGO based in the northern hills of Portugal. It focuses on environmental education and youth intervention, aiming to empower young people and promote social and ecological development in the region. The organization uses non-formal education methods to promote:
- Social inclusion and gender equality.
- Youth entrepreneurship and civic participation.
- Rural development through fair trade and sustainable agricultural practices.
Inspira! is involved in creating a youth agenda to provide opportunities for personal and professional development. It mobilizes local youth through volunteerism, focusing on initiatives such as the “Environmental Youth Militias,” which works to clean up local forests, recover abandoned parks, and raise environmental awareness.
Key programs include:
- Nature School, which offers outdoor educational activities.
- Social inclusion projects targeting youth from isolated and impoverished backgrounds.
- Environmental education aimed at promoting sustainability and reducing prejudice.
- Youth development programs to enhance job-seeking skills and promote an active lifestyle.