STEMpower Through Art - Erasmus+ Ka154-You

🌍🇬🇷🇹🇷🇭🇺 Day 3 of the Greece Mobility – Creativity, Expression and Positive Energy!

The third day of our Erasmus+ project “STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs” was dedicated to creativity, self-expression, teamwork, and personal development through non-formal education activities.

Today, participants had the opportunity to work with Kalliopi Perri, an outstanding Theatre Play Facilitator and Intercultural Youth Group Leader, who inspired the group with her enthusiasm, professionalism, and positive energy. Through interactive theatre-based activities, creative exercises, and team-building experiences, participants explored new ways of communication, cooperation, empathy, self-confidence, and intercultural understanding.

The atmosphere throughout the day was truly remarkable. Young people from Greece, Türkiye, and Hungary actively participated, expressed themselves freely, collaborated with one another, and strengthened the bonds that have been developing since the beginning of the mobility.

A special thank you goes to Kalliopi Perri for her exceptional contribution, her inspiring approach, and the positive spirit she brought to the group. Her ability to engage participants, create a welcoming environment, and encourage meaningful interaction made today's activities an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

As partners — STEM Robotics Academy (Greece), Otizmli ve Özel Gereksinimli Bireyler Eğitim Yaşam Derneği (Türkiye), and Berek Friends Association (Hungary) — we are proud to see our participants growing, connecting, and learning together through such enriching experiences.

🇪🇺 Together, we continue building a more inclusive, creative, and connected Europe.

🌍🇬🇷🇹🇷🇭🇺 Day 2 of the Greece Mobility – Exploring Inclusive STEM Education Through Robotics!

Today’s activities focused on one of the core objectives of our Erasmus+ project “STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs”: promoting inclusion and active participation through innovative educational approaches.

The team of STEM Robotics Academy introduced participants to the world of educational robotics and demonstrated how STEM tools can be adapted to support learners with special educational needs. Through interactive presentations, practical examples, and collaborative discussions, participants explored how robotics can foster communication, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, self-confidence, and engagement in inclusive learning environments.

In addition, participants were introduced to learner-centered teaching methodologies, non-formal education techniques, and inclusive educational strategies that help ensure equal learning opportunities for all young people, regardless of their individual abilities or challenges.

Together with our partners, Otizmli ve Özel Gereksinimli Bireyler Eğitim Yaşam Derneği and Berek Friends Association, we continue building a space where innovation, creativity, inclusion, and international cooperation come together to create meaningful educational experiences.

The enthusiasm, curiosity, and active participation of the young people made this day a great success, and we are excited for the inspiring activities that lie ahead!

🇪🇺 Together, we are shaping a future where STEM education is accessible, engaging, and inclusive for everyone.

🌟 Online Preparation Meeting for the 2nd Mobility in Greece 🌟

On 5 June 2026, the partners and participants of our Erasmus+ KA154-YOU project “STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs” met online in preparation for the upcoming 2nd Mobility Activity, which will take place in Larisa, Greece, hosted by STEM Robotics Academy.

As the coordinating organisation, we were very happy to welcome our partners and young participants from Greece, Türkiye and Hungary and to discuss the next steps of our common journey.

During the meeting, we focused on the programme of the Greek mobility, the upcoming inclusive STEM and art-based workshops, intercultural cooperation, practical arrangements and the active participation of all young people.

This online meeting was an important step to make sure that all participants feel informed, prepared and included before their arrival in Greece. Through this project, we continue working together to show how STEM, creativity and art can become powerful tools for inclusion, expression and youth empowerment.

📌 Project: STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs
📌 Project No: 2025-1-EL02-KA154-YOU-000303881
📌 Coordinator: STEM Robotics Academy – Greece

Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the granting authority. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

🌍 Erasmus+ Dissemination in VET Education 🇭🇺

Within the framework of the dissemination activities of our Erasmus+ project “STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs”, the project and its educational outcomes were presented to VET students from Hungary participating in Erasmus+ learning and job shadowing activities.

Students specializing in pedagogical studies had the opportunity to learn about:
✨ Inclusive educational methodologies
✨ Creative STEM workshops
✨ Arts-based learning approaches
✨ Youth collaboration and intercultural communication
✨ The importance of equal participation opportunities for all young people

The exchange of ideas and experiences contributed to the promotion of inclusive educational values and strengthened European cooperation among future educators.

Together, we continue building a more inclusive and creative educational environment for young people across Europe.

📚 Dissemination Activities in Primary Schools of Larissa 🇬🇷

As part of the dissemination activities of our Erasmus+ project “STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs”, project practices, educational approaches and inclusive methodologies were presented during educational information sessions and activities organized in primary schools of Larissa.

The dissemination actions were supported by educators Mrs. Xanthi Kokkinou and Mr. Spyros Gaitatzis, who shared the project’s philosophy and highlighted the importance of:
🎨 Creativity in education
🤝 Inclusion and equal participation
🧠 STEM learning through collaborative activities
🌍 European cooperation and Erasmus+ opportunities
💡 Innovative educational practices for young learners

Through these dissemination activities, more educators became familiar with inclusive and creative teaching approaches that can support active participation of all students in the educational process.

📢 Dissemination Activity – Sharing Erasmus+ Project Results with Future Educators 🇪🇺
As part of the dissemination activities of our Erasmus+ project “STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs”, we had the opportunity to present the project’s goals, activities and inclusive educational approaches to VET students from Poland during Erasmus+ mobility and job shadowing activities.
The participants, specializing in pedagogical and educational studies, were introduced to creative STEM methods, inclusion practices and non-formal educational activities implemented during the project.
The discussion focused on:
🔹 Inclusion through creative activities
🔹 STEM and arts integration
🔹 Youth participation and teamwork
🔹 Intercultural cooperation in Erasmus+ projects
🔹 Educational practices supporting young people with special needs
We are happy to see the project reaching future educators across Europe and inspiring new ideas for inclusive education.
🇪🇺 Erasmus+ | Inclusion | STEM | Creativity | Youth Participation

On the 5th day of our Erasmus+ project, we had the privilege of visiting the Department of Special Education at Bartın University.
During our visit, we were guided through the department’s facilities dedicated to supporting children with special needs, gaining valuable insight into their educational environment and inclusive practices.

We also had the opportunity to observe specialized workshops and attend presentations by the academic staff, who shared innovative teaching approaches and methodologies used in special education.
This inspiring experience enriched our understanding and strengthened our commitment to inclusive education, accessibility, and equal opportunities for all learners.

Day 3 – Activities at Bartın Youth Center

“STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs”

The third day of activities of the Erasmus+ project
“STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs”
took place at the Bartın Youth Center, offering another dynamic experience of learning and collaboration for all participants.

During the day, workshops were implemented based on the project methodology, combining STEM and Art through interactive and participatory activities. Participants worked in teams, developing creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills in an inclusive learning environment.
In addition, a guided tour of the educational facilities of the Turkish partner organisation was carried out, giving participants the opportunity to explore the infrastructure, methodologies, and practices applied at local level to support youth, especially individuals with fewer opportunities.

This experience further strengthened the exchange of good practices among partners and contributed to the development of inclusive, creative, and participatory educational approaches.

The project is implemented in cooperation between:
STEM Robotics Academy (Greece) – Coordinator
Otizmli ve Özel Gereksinimli Bireyler Eğitim Yaşam Derneği (Türkiye)
Berek Barátja Egyesület – Berek Friends Association (Hungary)

📢 This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme.

📊 Listening to Young People: Needs Assessment in STEMpower Through Art

At the heart of STEMpower Through Art is a simple but powerful principle:
young people must be heard before solutions are designed.

Before implementing any activities, all partner organisations carried out a structured Needs Assessment involving young people, youth workers and educators. This process helped us identify real needs, interests and barriers related to:
✔ access to STEM & creative learning
✔ inclusion and participation
✔ digital skills and self-expression
✔ wellbeing and safe learning environments

🧩 The collected insights directly shaped:
• the learning activities and workshops
• the tools and methods used
• the safeguarding and inclusion approach of the project

🔗 Read more about our Needs Assessment process and outcomes here:
👉 https://stempowered.eu/needs-assessment

By listening first, we ensure that our youth activities are meaningful, inclusive and truly responsive to young people’s realities. 🤝✨

🎨🤖 STEM & Art Inclusion Workshop Successfully Implemented

On 29 December 2025, the first STEM & Art Inclusion Workshop of the Erasmus+ project
“STEMpower Through Art: An Inclusive Future for Youth with Special Needs” (KA154-YOU)
was successfully implemented in Larisa, Greece.

The workshop brought together young people in a non-formal, inclusive learning environment, combining engineering thinking with artistic expression through hands-on activities using recycled and low-cost materials.

During the session, participants:
✔ explored basic STEM concepts through creative construction
✔ worked collaboratively in small teams
✔ expressed ideas through design, movement and building
✔ tested pilot activities of the emerging project curriculum
✔ shared feedback to support the next phases of the project

Special attention was given to inclusion, accessibility, safeguarding and GDPR compliance, ensuring a safe and supportive space for all participants.

📌 This workshop marked an important first step in translating the project’s vision into practice — placing creativity, participation and inclusion at the heart of STEM learning.

🔗 More information about the activity is available on our website.