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SUMMARY:Reality Check: a Journey through Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Reality Check: A Journey Through Ukraine \n\n\n\nWe invite you to a unique journey that will reveal the reality of life in Ukraine beyond the headlines. This is not just a trip — it’s an opportunity to experience what it means to live through constant challenges. \n\n\n\nDuring the journey\, we will visit two cities — Lviv and Kyiv\, witness the aftermath of russian aggression\, see how volunteerism is developing\, and discover what drives Ukrainian youth today. \n\n\n\nThis journey will reshape your perception of Ukraine\, revealing its vivid contrasts: bravery\, resilience\, and the drive for freedom.  \n\n\n\n📆 November 5-9 \n\n\n\nMaximum number of participants: 15 \n\n\n\nJoin us in exploring Ukraine and experiencing its heart ❤️ \n\n\n\nPROGRAM \n\n\n\nDay 1: Lviv\, Story of the Past \n\n\n\nThe first day begins with an introduction to Lviv — a city rich in history. In addition to the most fascinating tourist spots\, we dive into places where history intertwines with present-day realities. You’ll visit sites of missile strikes\, a modular town housing internally displaced people who fled the war\, and together we’ll help weave camouflage nets for Ukrainian defenders. The day will conclude with an evening program in the city center. \n\n\n\nDay 2: Lviv\, Glimpse into the Future \n\n\n\nOn the second day\, you’ll get a glimpse into the future of a country rebuilding from destruction. A visit to the National Rehabilitation Center Unbroken will show how people are being helped back to life. You’ll also explore Urban Camp — this is a community center and housing for internally displaced families in Lviv. We’ll conclude with a reflection session over pizza\, followed by an evening program. Night transfer by train to Kyiv. \n\n\n\nDay 3: Kyiv\, The capital of steadfast \n\n\n\nIn the morning\, we will be greeted by the capital of Ukraine — Kyiv. Today\, we will have a city tour\, visit the revitalized space of Unit City\, and meet local residents whose homes were affected by missile strikes. After exploring cultural and historical points\, we’ll end the evening with a relaxed dinner and free time for reflection. \n\n\n\nDay 4: Bucha\, the scars of war \n\n\n\nToday we’ll travel to Bucha\, a town near Kyiv that endured russian occupation. There\, you’ll witness the scars of destruction and see how the town is rebuilding today. We’ll also take part in a volunteer initiative. The day will conclude with dinner and an evening program back in Kyiv\, offering a chance to relax and reflect. \n\n\n\nDay 5: Kyiv\, Hugs and Kisses \n\n\n\nOur final day in Kyiv\, a walk through interesting locations and saying goodbye to new meetings somewhere in Europe. \n\n\n\nAccomodation: \n\n\n\nThere will be 2 hostels\, where you’ll live (one in Lviv and one in Kyiv). Here\, some photos:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHostel in Lviv (photo 1)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHostel in Lviv (photo 2)\n\n\n\nHostel in Kyiv (photo 1)\n\n\n\nHostel isn Kyiv (photo 2)\n\n\n\nHow to get to us? \n\n\n\nYou can get to Ukraine by bus or by train (no planes!!!). You may use FlixBus or KLR bus for that. If you want travel by train use site ukrzaliznytsia or dowload their app. Trasfer from Lviv to Kyiv is provided by event organizers. \n\n\n\nRegister on the event: https://forms.gle/qPNstXCymfaZDZQn7
URL:https://egea.eu/event/2024/10/04/reality-check-a-journey-through-ukraine/
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SUMMARY:Newbie Weekend in Estonia
DESCRIPTION:INTRODUCTION\n\n\n\nHey fresh EGEAn! Want to get involved in an adventure? The charming autumn idyll of Southern Estonia awaits you for its enchantment. Take your weekend off to have some fun with us! \n\n\n\nAutumn is not too grey around here in Estonia\, because the summer warmth is preserved in our hearts and saunas\, which we kindly invite you to visit. We offer you a weekend program full of activities both super fun and educational. \n\n\n\nprogram\n\n\n\n\nNewbie Area – Let’s get to know each other and the magic of EGEA\n\n\n\nScience Hour – A local geographer presents their work\n\n\n\nEstonian Evening –  Try out Estonian tastes and customs\n\n\n\nEGEA Evening – Learn more about EGEA traditions and take part of Cultural Fair\n\n\n\nHike – Excursion to admire the beauty of Estonian autumn nature\n\n\n\nTraining – Develop your soft skills (to be specified)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(the program is an estimate and may change slightly) \n\n\n\nlocation and accommodation\n\n\n\nWe will meet in Tartu\, which can be reached by bus or train from both Tallinn and Riga and drive together to our accommodation in the ​South-Eastern Estonian countryside. Kopra puhkemaja (Beavers resthouse) is a cozy hut in the middle of nature. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nparticipation and fee\n\n\n\nRegistration is open until the 7th of October. \n\n\n\nLink to registration: https://forms.gle/X9LhwCPC6sDsgqUv7 \n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\nyour questions answered\n\n\n\nQ: How do I know if this is something for me?A: If you like meeting people and/or viewing geography from different stances and/or like travelling\, then this is definitely something for you! Every EGEA experience is different\, some people like certain aspects more than others and that’s totally okay\, because an EGEA event (like this one) has a lot of aspects to offer!Q: My English is not that good\, will I be able to fit in?A: The key to learning a language is practicing\, and most EGEAns don’t have English as a mother tongue\, so everybody will make an effort to understand you and be patient. Besides\, we’re sure your English is better than you thinkQ: I have some information I need the orgateam to know\, how do I tell them?A: Some time after you register for the event\, we will sent a participant form for more information about you (eg. allergies\, if you want to sleep in a same-gender room\, …) so you can let us know there. We will also make a Whatsapp chat for everybody. Otherwise feel free to contact our entities on Instagram or e-mail\, we’re happy to help! \n\n\n\nOpen Call for Training Session leader\n\n\n\nWe are looking for people who would be interested in leading a soft skill training during the Newbie Weekend! If you have a skill you would like to teach to others for example about working as a team\, public speaking or anything else that you are good at and would like to share with others contact EGEA Tartu on Instagram on write us an email tartu@egea.eu and share your ideas with us! Send us your ideas before 30th of September.
URL:https://egea.eu/event/2024/08/29/newbie-weekend-in-estonia/
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