Launch of the Citizens Xelerator Pilot Action: National implementation in Spain by ACEFIR
We are excited to share the successful launch of the Citizens Xelerator Pilot Action in Spain, implemented by ACEFIR under WP3. This initiative has made significant strides in empowering citizens, promoting sustainable development, and fostering lifelong learning. The program has reached participants across a range of activities, each designed to encourage collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.
Capacity Building for Adult Education Professionals
As part of the launch, the Capacity Building of Adult Education Professionals was conducted over 3 sessions lasting a total of 9 hours, with 16 participants. This program offered educators valuable tools and methodologies for incorporating microlearning into their teaching practices. Here’s what participants had to say:
💬 “I would like to put microlearning into practice. I found them very interesting.”
💬 “The training program is very interesting and necessary.”
💬 “A very interesting program! I like it so much. I’m expected to do it next course 24-26!!!”
💬 “Very good job to the entire Citizens Xelerator team!!!”
💬 “Material applicable to both students and teachers.”
These testimonials highlight the relevance and applicability of the program, which continues to inspire both educators and learners to explore new ways of teaching and learning.
Citizens Xelerator Action Labs
The Citizens Xelerator Action Labs provided an interactive environment for participants to collaborate, brainstorm, and turn ideas into concrete actions. The Action Labs consisted of:
- 2 “Think Tank Brainstorming sessions” with 24 participants, resulting in 4 actionable ideas identified.
- 5 “Create Your Action” workshops with 74 participants, where community-driven projects were developed, demonstrating how learning can extend beyond knowledge acquisition and into real-world impact. The workshop highlighted that learning is not only about gaining knowledge, but also about personal growth, teamwork, and applying what is learned to everyday life.
- 2 Citizens Xelerator Days, with 59 participants. These special days provided opportunities for celebrating European identity and promoting learning through participation. Highlights included:
- Learners’ Day
- Europe Day
The Citizens Xelerator Action Labs fostered a culture of continuous exploration and improvement, where participants were encouraged to think creatively and make tangible contributions to their local communities.
- The 11 Microlearning initiatives reached 83 participants, covering a wide range of essential topics to improve life skills and increase awareness. The sessions included:
- Career Management Skills
- Social Empathy
- Health Literacy
- Financial Literacy
- Media and Information Literacy
- Sustainability
These sessions enabled participants to gain practical, bite-sized knowledge that they could immediately apply in their personal and professional lives. Feedback showed the strong impact of these initiatives:
💬 “In the microlearning sessions, I learned practical skills that I can use every day. They were short but very useful.”
- The LifeComp Cards were used extensively throughout the project, engaging 98 participants across 15 different instances. These cards were instrumental in guiding participants through self-reflection, helping them to develop key life competencies. One participant shared their personal experience:
💬 “This project has had a profound impact on me on a personal level. I have had the opportunity to witness the growth of these people, seeing how, step by step, they have become more aware of themselves and what they want for their future. Knowing that I have been able to contribute, even briefly, to their personal empowerment process is an invaluable experience for me.”
The LifeComp Cards played a crucial role in helping participants recognize their strengths, identify areas for growth, and set goals for the future.
The Citizens Xelerator pilot action in Spain has proven to be an incredible success, both in terms of its immediate impact and its potential for long-term sustainability. We are proud of the progress made by all participants and grateful for the opportunity to contribute to their personal empowerment and community development.
As we continue to move forward, we remain committed to fostering lifelong learning, social empathy, and active citizenship. This initiative has shown us that when communities come together to learn, share, and grow, they can create meaningful change.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to build on this momentum and work toward an even more inclusive and sustainable future!
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