In Search of Clear Skies – Project Experience

From 26th of June to 2nd of July 2026, a group of six young people from Romania took part in the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange “In Search of Clear Skies”, coordinated by Association Pozitiva Samobor within the project “Between Screens and Stars.”

The activity brought together sixteen participants from Croatia, North Macedonia and Romania at Greenville Eco Farm, near Samobor. The project was designed for young people aged 13 to 17, an age group that is still less frequently represented in Erasmus+ youth exchanges. For Euroactive, this was an important opportunity to support younger teenagers in taking part in an international project, many of them for the first time.

The programme focused on mental health, digital well-being and the relationship between young people, technology and nature. During the seven days, participants took part in creative workshops, outdoor team challenges, reflection sessions, a city exploration activity in Samobor and a full-day hike in the Samoborsko Gorje area.

The exchange also included an intercultural evening, during which each national group presented elements of its culture, traditions and everyday life. At the end of the programme, participants took part in a Youthpass session and reflected on what they had learned, the skills they had developed and the experiences they wanted to take home.

For the Romanian participants, the project was not only an opportunity to travel, but also a first step into an international learning environment.

We let them tell you how it was! 

“For me, this project was a very beautiful experience. I felt comfortable, met wonderful people and learned new things. I really enjoyed the activities and the atmosphere, and the experience made me want to participate in other projects in the future.” – Daria

“Taking part in this project was an unforgettable experience. I learned many new things, met wonderful people from other countries, created connections and friendships and had a lot of fun. I would definitely participate in a similar project again, and I recommend it to anyone who wants to try something new.” – Alex

“The experience completely exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was great, and the group worked very well together. I learned new things in a relaxed and enjoyable way. This project made me want to participate again in the future.” – Tudor

“Taking part in this project was a valuable experience from which I learned a great deal. I had the opportunity to discover new cultures, meet people from different countries and build friendships that I hope will last. I enjoyed the activities and created many good memories. I would gladly participate in a similar project again and recommend it to anyone looking for new experiences and opportunities for personal development.” – David

“Taking part in this Erasmus+ project in Croatia was an important experience that helped me learn and develop. I had the opportunity to discover another culture, explore beautiful places and build close friendships with participants from other countries. The activities gave me memories that I will not forget.” – Victoria

“For me, this project was an extraordinary experience and a good opportunity to step outside my comfort zone. I really enjoyed the interactive activities and the group atmosphere. We learned a lot from one another and built friendships. I would repeat the experience at any time, and I encourage other young people to apply for similar opportunities.” – Eva

“This project helped me discover new things. It was an experience that would be difficult to replace or forget. I feel that I developed a lot in a very short time. I appreciated the interaction with the other participants, created friendships and learned more about their cultures. I would gladly take part in a similar project again because of the opportunities, experiences and memories it offered.” – Sofia

A first step towards more international experiences

For many of the participants, this was one of their first international projects. It gave them the chance to travel, use English in real situations, meet people their age from other countries and learn outside the classroom.

We encourage more young people to apply for Erasmus+ opportunities, even when the experience feels unfamiliar at first. Go, explore new places, meet new people and allow yourself to learn from situations you would not encounter at home.