European Center of Studies and Initiatives

European Center of Studies and Initiatives

MISSION We are predominantly engaged in the growth and development of the communities in which we work and the realities with which we cooperate, through the involvement of people, civil society, institutions and the enrichment of diversity.

WHO WE ARE CE.S.I.E CentreofEuropeanStudiesandInitiatives isa non-profit and independent European non-governmental organisation. It was founded in 2001, inspired by the work and methods of Danilo Dolci. The organisation works towards the promotion of cultural, educational, scientific and economic development at both local and international levels through the employment of innovative and participative tools and methodologies. CE.S.I.E is organised into 6 operative offices and coordinates a global federation.

OBJECTIVES Promote intercultural dialogue Support social inclusion and equal opportunities Facilitate lifelongeducation and training Foster responsible and supportive global development Develop networksand relationships at local and international levels Encourage international cooperation

METHODOLOGIES CE.S.I.E constantly seeks out new methodologies, acting as a bridge between research and knowledge in both formal and non-formal education spheres. The Reciprocal Maieutic Approach and grassroots participatory planning developed by Danilo Dolci characterises CE.S.I.E s work. Other methods employed include UNESCO s Four Pillars of Education, Lateral Thinking and Learning by Doing.

OFFICES AND LOCATIONS The coordinating office is in the centre of Palermo, however we have operative offices in Floriana(Malta), Alessandria(Egypt), Dakar (Senegal), Kathmandu(Nepal) and Bhubaneshwar (India). CE.S.I.E coordinates the CE.S.I.E Federation which is composed of over 60 organisations in Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America, who actively participate in the implementation of our mission.

DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES International Cooperation Works towards the promotion of dialogue and European participation in the development of other regions through the implementation of integrated projects that respond to the context s actual needs. Activities: EuropeAid ExternalCooperationProgrammes ENPI European Neighbourhood Policy Instrument Interreg Cross BorderCooperationProgramme Anna Lindh Foundation for the Dialogue Between cultures Youth in Action Cooperation with other countries CE.S.I.E Federation

DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES Mobility Promotes the mobility of youths and adults abroad, allowing them to enrich their cultural and professional skills through experience Activities: LifeLong Learning Programme: *Give Voluntary experience for adults * Leonardo Sending and Hosting * Grundtvig, Leonardo and Comenius Learning partnership Youth in Action Programme: * European Voluntary Service * Youth for Europe (Exchanges, Initiatives and Democracy projects)

DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES European Cooperation Links local realities with Europe through educational, cultural, research and training activities and interventions that actively involve a wide range of stakeholders and European citizens of all ages. Activities: LifeLong Learning Programme Comenius +Grundtvig Multilateral Projects Security and Justice Daphné, Refugee Youth in Action - Training courses with neighbouring countries and youth work Europe for Citizens Urbact II

DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES Professional Training Promotes enriching training opportunities that enhance the development and consolidation of competences needed to enter the labour market. Activities: European Social Funding LifeLong Learning Programme: * Leonardo Transfer of Innovation (TOI) * Development of Innovation (DOI) ItalianYouthDepartment

DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES Socio-Cultural Promotion Develops projects that respond to the educative and cultural needs identified in the relevant social context. The interventions are predominantly developed in Palermo and, specifically, in the city centre neighbourhoods. Activities: SicilianRegion - APQ YouthFramework Foundationfor the South European Social Fund - Schools

DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES Italian National Civil Service Permits Italian youth to contribute to the growth and development of their local Community in Italy or to promote sustainable cooperation in communities abroad in our offices interlinked throughout the world. Activities: Presidency of the Council of Ministers, National office for the Civil Service

NETWORKS AND AFFILIATIONS International non-governmental organisation, recognised by the European Commission and the Council of Europe Non-governmental organisation, recognised by Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Recognised University Association - Università degli Studi di Palermo Founding member of EuroMed Youth Platform Accredited organisation for sending, hosting and coordinating organisation for the European Voluntary Service (EVS)programme, Italian National Civil Service, Accredited body by Sicilian Region for Vocational Training Sicilian Coordinator of Anna Lindh Foundation Network Coordinator and founder of local and International networks including EuroMed Gender Connection and Euro-India Network

FUNDING RESOURCES Anna Lindh Euro-Mediterranean Foundation for the Dialogue between Cultures Council of Europe Council of Palermo Directorate General for Education and Culture of the European Commission Directorate General of External Relations of the European Commission Directorate General for Justice, Freedom and Security of the European Commission Foundation for the South President of the Council of Ministers: National Civil Service Sicilian Region University of Palermo

CONTACTS Coordinating Office Via Gorizia n 22 90100 Palermo ITALY Tel: +39 091.6164224 Fax: +39 091.6230849 www.cesie.it General Email International Cooperation Mobility European Cooperation Professional Training Development Socio-Cultural Promotion Civil Service Youth Exchanges EVS European Voluntary Service Press Office and Public Relations cesie@cesie.it marie.marzloff@cesie.it mobility@cesie.it sarah.beal@cesie.it vito.lafata@cesie.it valentine.logalbo@cesie.it luisa.ardizzone@cesie.it scambiculturali@cesie.it sve@cesie.it press.office@cesie.it This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.