Digital Youth Work

LL-00219

Digital youth center in Klaipėda and Liepaja

Common territorial challenge (s) that will be tackled by the project

Lithuania and Latvia face common challenges in youth work, particularly in reaching marginalised young people who spend significant time online, making them vulnerable to cyberbullying, misinformation, social isolation, and digital addiction. While traditional youth work methods fail to reach this group, online support is limited, with youth workers lacking the necessary digital skills and training.

Project objective

The project aims to develop a digital youth center concept that provides an inclusive virtual space for youth in Klaipėda and Liepāja. This space will enable young people to socialize and access tailored support, such as counselling, addiction prevention, and career guidance.

Planned activities

The project will establish a digital youth centre model, which will offer diverse services and training materials for youth workers. At least 50 unique users will access these services, and 18 youth workers will receive training in digital youth work. To attract youth, Klaipėda and Liepāja will be equipped with 7 gaming stations. Additionally, the Liepāja city municipality will renovate premises to create a modern space for youth. A cross-sectoral group and the project team will facilitate knowledge exchange and strengthens cross-border cooperation through study visits, meetings and resource sharing. The project’s direct beneficiaries include marginalised youth gaining essential support. While youth workers, policymakers, and the wider community will benefit indirectly. By focusing on digital engagement, this project bridges traditional youth work with modern digital habits, creating a scalable model that transforms youth services and drives long-term social change.

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