Solidarity Project - Teach It Forward
Teach It Forward / „Преподай“
A Solidarity Project (ESC30-SOL) under the European Solidarity Corps
A Solidarity Project (ESC30-SOL) under the European Solidarity Corps
Leading Organisation: Get Involved (Сдружение „Включи се и ти“)
Project Duration: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 (12 months)
Type: European Solidarity Corps (ESC30-SOL) – Solidarity Project
Location: Sofia and the village of Aprilovo, Bulgaria
The project “Teach It Forward” is a 12-month youth-led initiative funded by the European Solidarity Corps under action ESC30-SOL. Coordinated by the Bulgarian NGO Get Involved, the project aims to support teachers from under-resourced schools through innovative, inclusive teaching practices.
→ What is the project about?
Project Duration: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 (12 months)
Type: European Solidarity Corps (ESC30-SOL) – Solidarity Project
Location: Sofia and the village of Aprilovo, Bulgaria
The project “Teach It Forward” is a 12-month youth-led initiative funded by the European Solidarity Corps under action ESC30-SOL. Coordinated by the Bulgarian NGO Get Involved, the project aims to support teachers from under-resourced schools through innovative, inclusive teaching practices.
→ What is the project about?
Support teachers in schools with limited resources by:
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Introducing ideas for tackling early school leaving and student disengagement - Tackle systemic issues like low student motivation, high dropout rates, and disparities in educational achievement due to socioeconomic status and geographic location.
- Empower teachers in under-resourced schools - Equip educators with effective, inclusive, and engaging teaching methods (e.g., Montessori, Suggestopedia). Provide tools to address classroom management, student engagement, and emotional well-being.
- Raise awareness about EU opportunities for school staff - Introduce teachers to the European Solidarity Corps and Erasmus+ as tools for professional growth and international collaboration.
→ Key Activities
- Interactive themed workshops in partner schools delivered by certified experts on topics such as Montessori – Inspire Through Intrinsic Motivation, Waldorf – Holistic Engagement in Education, Inclusive Suggestopedia – Adapting for All Learner, Empowering Minds – Principles of Positive Discipline, Harmony in Teaching – Blending Suggestopedia and Discipline.
- Educational podcast series on Spotify, covering each method
- Teacher community building via Facebook and messaging groups
- Monthly outreach through social media, visuals, and short videos
→ Sustainability
- Long-term teacher groups with peer leaders
- Continued content sharing and mentoring after the project ends
- Encouragement for teachers to apply for future ESC and Erasmus+ initiatives
