Dear everyone,

We are thrilled to announce that we have been chosen as the Greek partners for an exciting Youth Exchange in Spain dedicated to marine conservation! 🐠🌍

This project is for you if you want to:

• learn about the importance of protecting our oceans and coral reefs;

• explore threats to marine ecosystems and inspiring solutions;

• take part in hands-on activities like snorkeling, beach clean-ups, and VR coral restoration;

• connect with young people from around the world in sunny southern Spain;

• return home inspired, with new knowledge and a commitment to protecting the planet!

What ?

Youth Exchange “Sea saves yoUr Planet” (co-financed by Erasmus+)
📖 Infopack [HERE]

Who ?

For young people:

• aged 18–30

• with a good communicative level of English

• committed to active participation throughout the project

• interested in the protection of oceans and the environment

• ready to carry out a follow-up activity in their local community 🌱

Open to both beginners in environmental issues and those with experience.

Where?

📍 Almuñécar (Granada, Spain) – a coastal city on the Tropical Coast, rich in history and marine biodiversity.
Close to Punta de la Mona, home to rocky seabeds, seagrass meadows, coral reefs, and unique underwater life.

When ?

📅 23–31 October 2025 (including travel days)

Accomodation ?

🏨 Participants will stay at San Cristobal Hotel in shared rooms (2–6 people).
Comfortable and well-equipped, just a few minutes from the beach.

Meals: provided, with opportunities to share snacks/local food during intercultural nights.

How to arrive ?

✈️ Best option: Fly to Málaga Airport.
🚉 Meeting point: Málaga María Zambrano Train Station on 23 October at 17:00.
Return: 31 October (flights after 14:00 recommended).

You can extend your stay up to 2 days before or after the project to explore Spain.

What will happen ?

Activities include:

• 🐚 Lectures about corals

• 🤿 Snorkeling

• 🧹 Beach clean-up activity

• 🖥 VR coral restoration

• 🎓 Educational workshops

• 🌍 Intercultural nights

• …and much more!

Who is part of the consortium?

• Greek participants: Joyce ’n’ Fun – joycenfun@gmail.com

• Spanish participants: UPlanet – uplanet.org@gmail.com

• Lebanese participants: Lebanese American University – @lebamericanuni

• Estonian participants: Partner Up – @partnerupestonia

• Polish participants: Stowarzyszenie Proaktywne – @stoproassociation

• Local partner: Coral Soul – association dedicated to coral reef restoration

How do I apply ?

Greek participants will apply by filling the application form HERE