2020

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NGO Emailing: newsletters that deliver results

NGO Emailing: newsletters that deliver results 1900 1267 AY Institute

This autumn our newsletter open rate has risen from around 30% to more than 40% – a result, which could be considered an achievement for any organization. Us being us, we have decided to share our insights with the community. Est. reading time: ~5 fruitful minutes How to increase the email open rate? Naturally, your decision whether to…

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how to make project budget in 3 steps

How to Make Project Budget in 3 Steps

How to Make Project Budget in 3 Steps 1400 912 Gedas Kondrackis

Are you also wondering how to make project budget? It might seem a daunting task. And, we feel you! That’s because there are a lot of blank spaces in project budgets at the beginning. Which might be no better than looking at an uncharted map. Gladly, there is a fool-proof way to go about this…

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Volunteering in Italy During COVID? Mission “Possible”

Volunteering in Italy During COVID? Mission “Possible” 1599 1187 AY Institute

It all started as the great need for adventure. In early 2020, I got the email which changed my life. “Congratulations for a very successful application!” – and this is how I was selected for the ESC volunteering programme held in Italy, the small city in Puglia region called Orta Nova. Together with association “Beyond…

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How to write project proposal using a project plan

How to Write Project Proposal Better

How to Write Project Proposal Better 1400 722 Gedas Kondrackis

Lots of people are wondering how to write project proposal (in this case we will talk about project proposals for various social initiatives). Before we start discussing all dos & don’ts, let us be honest – it is not a simple thing to do. Our association has written hundreds of various project proposals, yet we…

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From Taboo to Public Discussion: Rethinking Mental Health

From Taboo to Public Discussion: Rethinking Mental Health 640 417 Sophia Raineri

Like every year, October 10th marks the day when the world celebrates mental health, stressing the importance of raising awareness about mental health and well-being issues, and sharing beautiful motivational quotes to support those who struggle. Today, like every year, we find ourselves stuck in front of a social stigma that seems to be on…

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"Woods of Wisdom" Volunteering Project

“Woods of Wisdom” Volunteering Project

“Woods of Wisdom” Volunteering Project 800 799 AY Institute

The beginning This is a story about how a simple coincidence and right decision can change lifes. My name is Rasa, I am 29 years old, I am from Lithuania and I have a two year old son Matas. When I was 18 years old and I was graduating from school, together with my other…

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project proposal example

Project Proposal Example

Project Proposal Example 1400 824 Gedas Kondrackis

Project Proposal Example This post includes a project proposal example of Erasmus+ KA220 application. Our association has been writing project proposals for various EU and EEA project calls since 2014. Fortunately for us, we’ve been rather successful at that (with a funding approval rate of about 80%). So, how did we achieve that? Early on…

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Erasmus Project Writing: Ten Game Changer Tips

Erasmus Project Writing: Ten Game Changer Tips 1400 1087 Gedas Kondrackis

Key things about Erasmus project writing Completing an Erasmus+ or any other project call application might seem a daunting task. Yet, no worries, you are not the only one. Every single project is started with a bit of anxiety. That’s why preparation is needed. Below we give the main things to know while Erasmus project…

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Erasmus Resolutions for New Year

Erasmus Resolutions for New Year 1900 950 AY Institute

Erasmus resolutions for 2021 2020 has been a hell of a ride. And, it’s a fact, that most of the New Year (NY) resolutions we’ve made went up in smoke (or down the drain). However, this will not stop us from making brand new Erasmus resolutions for 2021. We present to you 14 Erasmus resolutions…

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