Youth for a Plastic-Free Future: Raising Awareness on Marine Litter Building Knowledge for a Plastic-Free Future-Training on Sustainable Consumption and the Circular Economy- Application Form This application form has been specifically designed for the Training on Sustainable Consumption and the Circular Economy organised under the Erasmus+ KA220 project "Youth for a Plastic-Free Future: Raising Awareness on Marine Litter". The main objective of this project is to raise young people's awareness of marine litter, plastic pollution, marine biodiversity conservation, and sustainable consumption, while empowering them to adopt environmentally responsible behaviours and contribute to a plastic-free future. This initiative is coordinated by Ankara University National Center for the Sea and Maritime Law (DEHUKAM) in Türkiye, in collaboration with the University of Montenegro, Federazione Internazionale per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile e la Lotta alla Povertà nel Mediterraneo Mar Nero (FISPMED) in Italy, and the Fundació Privada Universitat Abat Oliba CEU in Spain. The project includes three thematic training programmes designed to strengthen young people's knowledge and awareness of marine biodiversity, plastic pollution, sustainable consumption, and waste reduction through interactive and practical learning experiences. Training on Sustainable Consumption and the Circular Economy will take place in Izmir, Türkiye, from 13 to 16 October 2026. This training focuses on raising awareness of the circular economy, unsustainable consumption, and marine litter. Participants will learn waste reduction strategies, environmentally friendly choices, and critical consumption assessment through interactive and non-formal education methodologies. Our training programmes consist of different units delivered by expert academics and professionals from partner institutions, offering a practical and interdisciplinary approach to marine conservation and sustainability. Participants will take part in interactive workshops and training modules focusing on sustainable consumption, circular economy principles, marine litter, and environmental responsibility. The programme also provides opportunities to exchange experiences, develop practical skills, and build international networks with young people from different countries. All training sessions will be conducted in English. We are looking for highly motivated young people aged 18–29 who are interested in marine conservation, environmental sustainability, and plastic pollution. Participants are expected to actively contribute throughout the training by participating in discussions, group activities, and interactive learning exercises. All selected participants will be provided with shared accommodation for the duration of the training. Lunch and one dinner will be covered by the organisers. Travel grants will also be provided to support travel expenses, and further details will be shared with selected participants. Application Deadline: 31.08.2026 Contact E-mail: [email protected] Data Protection & Consent Statement *Data Protection & Consent Statement By filling out this form, you agree to provide your personal data, which will be used solely for the purpose of evaluating and selecting participants for the KA220-YOU Erasmus+ project: "Climate Change Awareness in the Mediterranean from Youth Perspective". Your personal data will be processed in accordance with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and applicable data protection laws. The collected data will be stored securely and will not be shared with third parties outside the project consortium. You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting [email protected]. Consent: By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and understood the above statement. I voluntarily consent to the processing of my personal data for the purposes of this project.Yes, I Agree.No, I don't agree.You cannot proceed without consent.Basic InformationsName *Surname *E-mail Address *Confirm Email Address *Phone Number *Nationality *Date of Birth *Country in which you are living *GenderMaleFemaleDo you have any food allergies, preferences or chronic diseases? Please indicate. *Education & ExperienceEducation Level (High School, Bachelor's, Master's, etc.) *School/University Name *Field of Study *Relevant Training or Certifications (Related to environment, climate change, etc.) *Volunteer or Work Experience (If applicable, brief description) *Motivation for ParticipationWhy do you want to join this project? *Do you have any experience with climate change-related activities? (Yes/No, please explain) *What do you think is the biggest environmental issue in the Mediterranean? *Volunteer or Work Experience (If applicable, brief description) *Do you follow us in social media? *YesNoTechnical Details & EligibilityEnglish Proficiency Level *Beginner (A1-A2)Intermediate (B1)Upper Intermediate (B2)Advanced (C1)Native or Bilingual (C2)Other Languages (If there is/are, please indicate the level).Have you participated in Erasmus+ projects before? *YesNoCan you commit to full-time participation in the training program? 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