The “Break the Wall: Bringing Non-Formal Sports to Youth Organizations” project was a European initiative aimed at bridging the gap between sports activities and youth work. The project focused on developing guidelines and practical tools to integrate non-formal sports into youth organization activities, promoting social inclusion and healthy lifestyles among young people.
The partnership included two youth organizations—United Societies of Balkans (USB) and SPAO—and three sports organizations: AICS, Factory Champions, and CSJC, all with strong expertise in organizing sports events and youth activities. This collaboration supported knowledge exchange and the development of innovative approaches in education through sport.
The primary target groups included youth organizations, youth workers, trainers, volunteer coordinators, and mentors. At a secondary level, the project targeted young people aged 18–30, especially those with fewer opportunities, as well as volunteers and youth initiatives.
A key outcome of the project was the development of a “Sports Management Handbook for Youth Organizations,” designed as a practical and user-friendly tool. The handbook provided guidance on organizing sports activities at the local level, using a simple and adaptable approach suitable for various contexts and target groups.
2) “Toolkit” - The Toolkit will be both complementary to the Manual, as well as an autonomous tool for youth workers at its own. The Toolkit will contain 20 sports activities based on non-formal education, aiming for group building of members of organizations, communities, volunteers and other groups of young people.