Empowering the Future Guardians of Rural Europe

Educational workshops designed to connect students with their local heritage and encourage active participation in European rural policies

Lead Partner:

Municipality of Nava

Location:

Asturias, Spain) Schools and educational centers in all consortium partner cities

Date:

Between October 2026 and August 2027

Duration:

1 to 2 days per session

Objective:

To involve students in the culture, history, and values of apple cultivation while fostering their participation in the democratic life of the EU

Tailored Learning Experiences

Activities by Age Group

Primary Education (6–10 years)

Storytelling and interactive games to introduce apple culture in a fun and engaging way

Lower Secondary (11–14 years)

Hands-on experiments related to food and direct conversations with local farmers

Upper Secondary / Baccalaureate (15–18 years)

Debates on rural policies, the NEB initiative, gender equality, and role-playing simulations for decision-making

Hands-on Learning

Workshops will include practical activities such as

Apple Selection: Learning to identify different local varieties
Production Demos: Live demonstrations of juice and cider making.
Policy Debates: Discussions on how young people can ensure generational renewal in the agricultural sector

Milestones:

June 2027: Publication of the document with the educational plan and materials.
August 2027: Delivery of the complete workshop agenda

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