From 12 to 18 September 2026, the Training Course on My Story Methodology was organised in Niš, Serbia, bringing together youth workers, educators, volunteers, trainers and representatives of partner organisations from the participating countries.
The six-day training was based on the newly developed My Story methodology and focused on gender equality, women’s empowerment and the representation of women in decision-making processes. Through group work, discussions and practical activities, participants explored different areas in which women and girls still lack adequate support, identified relevant institutions and stakeholders that can contribute to their empowerment, and discussed how positive and empowering messages can more effectively reach girls and young women.
Special attention was given to women’s representation at decision-making levels and the impact this has on relevant public policies. Participants also learned how to use photo storytelling as a tool for education, awareness raising and social change.
Hate Fighters Network (HFN) from Serbia, together with its partners Beyond Borders form Italy, FuteBola Sport from Portugal, Euro-Med EVE Maroc from Morocco, Youth Development Organization from Lebanon and Jovesolides Egypt from Egypt implements capacity building project “My Story - storytelling to combat gender-based inequalities in European and MEDA countries” in order to promote gender equality in partner countries and to build capacities of partner organizations for combat against gender-based discrimination and violence through non-formal education, storytelling and awareness raising. Project will build the capacities of youth organizations across partner countries, use storytelling as a tool for transformation and empowerment, engage communities through campaigns that challenge prejudice and inequality and amplify the voices of those too often silenced — especially young women and marginalized groups “My Story” project will be implemented from 01.11.2025 to 31.10.2027 in Serbia, Italy, Portugal, Morocco, Lebanon and Egypt. Project is co-funded by the EU.
