Well support for supporters
Project description
The Wellbeing of Refugees’ Supporters (Well-Support) project addresses the well-being of people supporting other and culture of well-being in organizations that conduct refugee and refugee support activities and excluded groups. We support people who help others who are exposed to long-term effort and stress associated with helping those in need.
The “The wellbeing of refugees’ supporters” project helps organisations transform their internal processes to maintain a culture of employee and volunteer well-being within the organisation, to support those exposed to long-term strain and stress in the context of helping others in need: refugees, migrants and people in difficult situations.
Date of completion: December 2022 – November 2024
Project No.: 2022-1-PL01-KA220-ADU-000089996
Programme: Erasmus+ Adult education – Partnerships
Project page: www.well-support.eu
Projects objectives
SUPPORT OF TRAINERS AND COACHES
We want to empower and equip trainers, educators and educators with the necessary knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to support different groups of people supporting others
WORKING WITH SUPPORT PERSONS
We want to create a new model of education that helps coaches and trainers work with groups of supporters, so as to support them in maintaining well-being and taking care of themselves.
A CULTURE OF WELL-BEING
We want to promote a culture of well-being in organisations that lead chosy supporting refugees and excluded groups.
WELL-BEING OF SUPPORTERS
We want to strengthen and equip people who support others (employees and employees, volunteers and volunteers) with tools to care for well-being and reduce the risk of burnout.
Partners of the project
NGO Trainers Association STOP
Poland
Non-governmental organisation uniting over 240 trainers and educators working for social change in Poland. sTOP has over 25 years of experience in training trainers and developing the qualifications of professional trainers.
EIVA Organization
Romania
Non-profit association created with the purpose of developing and implementing social, cultural, and educational projects that contribute to the development of social responsibility in the community, as well as internationally.
Jövőkerék
Hungary
Non-profit organisation whose areas of activity include supporting disadvantaged groups, especially migrants, refugees and Roma, as well as environmental issues.
Science is adventure Foundation
Poland
An independent non-governmental organization running the Adventure Non-Public Primary School in Ustka. Education is a common good for them, engaging the entire community in the continuous development of a generation of citizens.
What we developed during the project
This video introduces a simple yet powerful tool: a graph that maps well-being over time. Designed for teams and organizations, this tool fosters honest self-reflection and meaningful group discussions. By visualizing well-being, teams can identify patterns, connect emotionally, and adjust their approach to create a healthier and more supportive work environment.
The expedition game is a free, interactive board game designed to strengthen team cohesion, improve communication, and foster well-being within organizations. This game is tailored for teams of 6 to 14 participants, providing a safe and engaging environment to explore individual and collective well-being. No prior knowledge is needed just a willingness to embark on an exciting journey!
Discover effective nonviolent communication methods designed to help supporters communicate more assertively and empathetically. This training session, part of the Erasmus+ Well-Support project, offers practical steps to improve clarity in your interactions while ensuring others feel comfortable receiving feedback. Learn how to observe, identify feelings and needs, and make requests that foster positive change.