Getting active together – for nature, community and European responsibility.
Make It Alive is an international Erasmus+ youth exchange in which young people from all over Europe work together to revitalize areas affected by forest fires in Cyprus. The focus is on ecological restoration, climate protection, community engagement and intercultural learning.
Following the devastating forest fires in the summer of 2025, the project combines practical action with personal development: participants work directly in nature, learn from local communities and together set a strong example of solidarity, sustainability and European cohesion.
It’s about more than environmental protection – it’s about hope, responsibility and the feeling that you can really make a difference with your own actions.
📍 Key data on the project
🌍 Project type: Erasmus+ Youth Exchange (KA152-YOU)
📅 Project duration: February 2026 – December 2026
✈️ Youth exchange: 17-25 October 2026 (incl. travel days)
📌 Location: Pissouri, Cyprus
👥 Participants:
– 48 young people (17-23 years)
– 16 group leaders
– 2 facilitators
💰 Costs: Travel, accommodation and meals are funded by the Erasmus+ program
🏠 Accommodation: Hylatio Tourist Village
Apply until February 28, 2026
🌿 Contents & focal points
🔥 Ecological restoration
– Reforestation with native plants
– Soil protection and erosion prevention
– Creative eco-art made from natural and burnt materials
– Raising awareness of forest fire prevention and climate adaptation
🤝 Community Healing & Solidarity
– working together with local actors
– strengthening the connection between people and nature
– visible European solidarity on the ground
🌍 Youth empowerment & experiencing Europe
– intercultural exchange with participants from 8 countries
– teamwork, initiative and co-design
– development of environmental, social and life skills
📚 Education & active citizenship
– Workshops on climate change in the Mediterranean
– Sustainable lifestyle and environmental responsibility
– Reflection, creativity and personal development
💚 What are you taking away from the project?
✨ Real practical experience with a social impact
✨ New friendships and European networking
✨ Greater awareness of climate, environment and sustainability
✨ Strengthening self-confidence, teamwork and commitment
✨ Motivation to stay active at home too
🏛️ Organization & Partnership
👤 Coordinating organization:
SIMVOULIO KOINONIKIS EVIMERIAS PISSOURIOU (Cyprus)
🤝 Partner countries:
Cyprus, Austria, Portugal, Greece, Lithuania, Poland, Serbia, Romania
🇦🇹 Partner from Austria:
Tredu Club – Erasmus+ Youth, Community, Sustainability & European Cooperation
📣 Want to join in?
Do you want to be part of a project that protects nature, strengthens communities and connects Europe?
Then Make It Alive is just right for you.
👉 Apply and shape a more sustainable future together with young people from all over Europe.
Apply until February 28, 2026
