Adapting to Climate Emergency 2: Thriving Beyond Crisis Erasmus+
August 24th - September 5th
Grow Knowledge, Cultivate Change
A.CLIMAT.é 2: Thriving Beyond Crisis is second edition of a successful Erasmus+ we held in 2022. The program is a 13-day immersive, eco-conscious training designed for youth workers who are ready to be part of the solution to our planetary crisis. Set in the vibrant landscape of The Northern Lights eco-farm in France, this professional development experience brings together 35 participants from across Europe to explore the deep connections between climate action, community resilience, and meaningful work with youth.
The project will mainly focus on Eco-Construction, Wild Medicinal Herbs, and Low-Tech Energy Solutions
At the heart of this program is a hands-on, holistic approach to sustainability that bridges practical knowledge with emotional resilience, enabling youth workers to guide their communities with creativity and grounded hope. Through a dynamic blend of experiential learning, open dialogue, and cultural exchange, you will gain both technical and relational skills to respond to the climate emergency with confidence and clarity.
Erasmus+ Mobility Training
Participants will take part in hands-on construction activities that bring theory to life. One of the main highlights will be the collaborative creation of Hobbit Houses—charming, semi-subterranean structures inspired by natural forms, known for their thermal efficiency, minimal environmental impact, and storybook-like aesthetics. These small, earth-integrated dwellings teach participants how to work with the landscape rather than against it, using materials like earth, stone, and reclaimed wood. In parallel, participants will contribute to the ongoing construction of a Strawbale House, learning how straw—an affordable, renewable, and highly insulating material—can be used to build resilient, breathable structures that align with bioclimatic design principles. Another key feature will be the construction of a communal fire pit circle using the SuperAdobe technique—an earthbag architecture that uses long sandbags filled with earth, stacked in coils and reinforced with barbed wire, creating incredibly strong and beautiful curved structures with a low carbon footprint. This fire pit gathering space will later be coated with natural earthen plaster, allowing participants to learn how to finish and protect natural buildings using breathable, chemical-free materials.
