Cyprus Team Follow-Up
ECAPT – Empowerment through Creative Arts and Participation for European Teens
Project Code: 2025-1-AT01-KA152-YOU-000305407
Youth Exchange in Austria | 10–18 February 2026
Follow-Up Activity 1
Location: Periferiako Lykeio Apostolou Louka Kolossiou, Cyprus
Date: Wednesday, 18 March 2026
The Cyprus team of the ECAPT Youth Exchange successfully implemented its first local follow-up dissemination activity at Periferiako Lykeio Apostolou Louka Kolossiou. The activity was organised exactly one month after the completion of the Youth Exchange in Vienna, Austria, offering participants the opportunity to share their experiences, knowledge, and outcomes with fellow students and members of the local school community.
The dissemination session was implemented between 10:40 and 11:20 and involved more than 30 students from the school. During the presentation, the participants introduced the objectives and activities of the ECAPT project, focusing on the importance of inclusion, active citizenship, creativity, intercultural dialogue, and the promotion of European values through non-formal education methodologies.
The Cyprus team consisted of the following participants:
- Kiriaki Ioannou
- Panagiotis Ioannou
- Amelia Southhal
- Andriana Ktisti
- Apostolia Analyti Vaskelyte
The group leader of the Cyprus team was Gita Vaskelyte, who supported the preparation, coordination, and implementation of the follow-up activity.
During the session, participants presented photographs, videos, workshops, and memorable moments from the Youth Exchange in Austria. Special emphasis was given to the creative methods used during the project, including theatre-based activities, dance energisers, team-building exercises, movie pantomime workshops, and intercultural cooperation activities that promoted empathy, tolerance, and participation.
The activity created a highly positive atmosphere among the audience, with students showing great interest in Erasmus+ opportunities and the experiences gained through international youth exchanges. Participants also discussed the friendships and intercultural connections they developed during the project and encouraged other young people to become active in future European programmes.
Evaluation Paragraphs from Participants
Kiriaki Ioannou
"Participating in ECAPT was one of the most meaningful experiences I have had. Through creative activities and teamwork, I improved my communication skills, became more confident in expressing myself, and learned how important inclusion and acceptance are in international environments. Sharing this experience with students in Cyprus made me realise how valuable youth exchanges are for young people."
Panagiotis Ioannou
"The Youth Exchange in Austria helped me understand different cultures and perspectives while improving my cooperation and teamwork skills. I especially enjoyed the non-formal education activities and the artistic workshops that brought all participants closer together. The follow-up activity in our school allowed us to inspire other students and explain the positive impact Erasmus+ projects can have."
Amelia Southhal
"ECAPT gave me the opportunity to meet young people from different countries and to feel part of a strong international team. I learned many creative ways to communicate ideas and emotions through art and participation. The dissemination activity in Cyprus was a very nice continuation of the project because we could transfer our knowledge and experiences to our local community."
Andriana Ktisti
"The project helped me become more open-minded and confident. I enjoyed the intercultural activities, teamwork, and creative sessions that encouraged everyone to participate equally. Presenting our experience to students in our school was very important because it showed how youth exchanges can positively influence young people both personally and socially."
Apostolia Analyti Vaskelyte
"Through ECAPT I developed important social and communication skills while experiencing a multicultural environment full of creativity and acceptance. The activities encouraged active participation and collaboration among all participants. The follow-up presentation in Cyprus was an excellent opportunity to share the values of the project and motivate more young people to participate in Erasmus+ programmes."
Online Dissemination Links
Video Content
Professionally edited video of the YE:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyH76gtKRYc
Video about specific activity movie pantomime:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbkITqODaSY
Video about dance-based energizers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfVawhLDLkg
Social Media – Pre Youth Exchange
Kick-off Meeting – Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Acpelia/posts/pfbid03QMeyBpQaekt1dnSvUUiyn1B8oDDCNYzpguzeESqYYq4z7PafBrYmbDieSgcJDwal#
Kick-off Meeting – Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/p/DK-ElgYtrns/
Online meeting with participants – Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Acpelia/posts/pfbid0CY2Ta8HMB84KjHi1jr5pogx4aveEjXHvuETcJn8H6rWZedHVjJs1J8FLtn2DU2sYl#
Online meeting with participants – Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/p/DSIqrmnjYpm/?img_index=1
During and Post Youth Exchange
Post A during YE – Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Acpelia/posts/pfbid0znLS55y4hYV8zTxAkSnpFxEXTjnMhxg3PPLv12Pqe8jJtWvueL94YjkYnzCJityNl#
Post A during YE – Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/p/DUtt80hjT42
Post B during YE – Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Acpelia/posts/pfbid0qpiNgnwPWrPBfZWBZ8whw2mLzbmFBKsCYgsL4Mp3bem3STKvrHxPXUWKGd8BiAfrl#
Post B during YE – Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/p/DU32u1NDWcV
Post C – Publishing of Implementation – Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Acpelia/posts/pfbid036gP3Ycu2vGKdQPEiPyHtNJyFeNGrHHeC33DhAT7pJQe8AftEGVAXhHvwnqiFTuCbl#
Cyprus Team Follow-Up Post – Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Acpelia/posts/pfbid02rxnUNx1mugM5M7Qo148ACBEzkbVRy3mCGYd7aukkRD8Da3WYYDAZ9RLX946mD1Ctl#
Cyprus Team Follow-Up Post – Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/p/DWHdTXCjWtS/
Conclusion
The Cyprus follow-up activities of the ECAPT Youth Exchange successfully transferred the project's values, methodologies, and experiences to the local community in Cyprus. Through presentations, discussions, visual material, and direct interaction with students, the participants promoted inclusion, creativity, intercultural dialogue, and active participation among young people.
The activity demonstrated the strong impact of Erasmus+ youth exchanges on personal development, communication skills, teamwork, and European awareness. The Cyprus team returned from Austria highly motivated and committed to sharing the knowledge and inspiration gained during the project, ensuring that the results and values of ECAPT continue to reach more young people at local level.
