Get Engaged: YUFE Training Sessions Open for Registration

YUFE is pleased to announce three upcoming training sessions as part of its Civic Engagement and University–Community Engagement programme. Whether you are a student curious about making a real difference in your community, or a staff member looking to deepen your understanding of community engagement in higher education, there is a session for you.

All sessions are held online via MS Teams and are led by Prof. dr. sc. Bojana Ćulum Ilić from the University of Rijeka, with additional support from Victor Gros from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid for the student sessions.

For Students: Civic Engagement Activities Intro Training

Are you ready to take your first step towards earning the YUFE Civic Star? This introductory online session will introduce you to the ideas behind civic engagement at YUFE universities and guide you through everything you need to know to get started. During the training you will:

• Discover the story and mission of the YUFE Civic Star
• Understand why civic engagement is a core part of European universities
• Learn how to recognise and showcase the competencies gained through community activities
• Explore pathways through YUFE Help Desks and the Community Volunteering Programme

Please note: Participation in one Intro Training session is mandatory for obtaining the YUFE Civic Star, which requires a minimum total workload of 50 hours.

For Staff: University-Community Engagement Training

Designed for university staff and academics, this introductory one-hour training, “University-Community Engagement for Staff: What’s in it for me?”, explores the transformative potential of University–Community Engagement (UniCommEng) and its critical role in shaping meaningful connections between academia and society. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance.