The Youth Summer Camp has concluded!
The Youth Summer Camp has concluded once again, and it's time to summarize. It was once again a vibrant Youth Summer Camp, which can be summed up in the words of one camper: “This was my first Youth Summer Camp, and it was so cool. I really enjoyed it!” As camp organizers, our greatest wish is to be able to offer their first camp and work experience to as many young people without prior camp experience as possible each year. When planning the 2025 […]
Lilleke's artworks
Every autumn, we incorporate nature and its beauty into the activities of the youth center. The end of September and beginning of October is a wonderful time to go outside, walk around the city, and enjoy nature. One of the annual activities at the Lillekese youth center is leaf printing. This means that we start by going outside with the young people and looking for fallen leaves. Each young person chooses a few leaves they like and collects […]
Jogentaga School and Anne Youth Center encourage movement
Soon, from October 2-8, all residents of Tartu city aged at least 14, or those attending school in Tartu, will have the opportunity to cast their vote in the participatory budget election. This year, we are participating in the participatory budget vote with idea no. 9 – “Jogentaga School and Anne Youth Centre Inviting Movement.” ❓ Why support our idea? In the area between Anne Youth Centre and Jogentaga School along Papli Street […]
Law and order
The Ilmatsalu Youth Center has plenty of small nooks and crannies filled with exciting games and materials. Over the years, however, these have quietly accumulated, fallen into oblivion, and created their own chaos. Last week, our brave heroes – the volunteers – arrived to bring order to the chaos that had reigned there until then. It was a week full of hustle and bustle, noise, and organization, but everything […]
Youth from the Tartu Youth Work Camp in a national defense camp!
Youth from the Tartu Youth Work Camp participated for the first time in a national defense-themed program aimed at student youth work camps. “National Defense Student Youth Work Camp 2025” is a special project coordinated by the Student Youth Work Camp Foundation, carried out thanks to the support of the National Defense Regiment and the Ministry of Defense, where national defense education is added to the work-educational student youth work camp format. Youth from the national defense groups of the Tartu Youth Work Camp participated in the second shift of the program, which took place from 16-20.07.2025. During the program, they visited the Tartu unit of the Defence League […]
International Youth Day at Lille youth center – with rain, sunshine, and a good mood
On August 12, International Youth Day was celebrated worldwide – a significant day established under the leadership of the UN, aiming to highlight the role of young people in society and draw attention to their needs and opportunities. On this occasion, a memorable party was held at the Lille Youth Centre, where the organizing team this year included young people from both younger (7–11) and older (12–19) age groups. Every team member had their specific [...]
Street Youth Work as a Bridge Between Two Worlds
Summer has arrived, and with it, of course, the long-awaited long break. In public spaces, more young people can be seen spending time with friends, playing sports, or simply relaxing and chilling out. We are usually accustomed to moving along quick and convenient routes from work or school to home and the store. However, for example, between large apartment buildings, on playgrounds, near garages, in shopping centers, and elsewhere, there are various places where [...]
Wild Youth Day
On August 12, the International Youth Day is celebrated worldwide. This day is dedicated to raising awareness of the role of young people in society. The aim of Youth Day is to highlight the voices of young people, draw attention to their ideas, needs, and contributions to shaping the future. On this occasion, the Tartu Youth Work Centre is organizing a fun event called Wild Youth Day, which will take place on August 12 from 16:00 to 20:00. Volunteer youth are also actively involved in organizing the event. [...]
"Stronger Together – Building Body and Mind": A Youth Exchange to Remember
This summer, an international youth exchange entitled "Stronger Together – Building Body and Mind" brought together young people from Estonia, Lithuania, and Malta. The theme was physical health and an active lifestyle, but the week offered much more – cultures were shared, new friendships were formed, and a memorable time was spent together. We asked the participants and organizers what the experience was really like for them. […]
10 reasons to be grateful for in a youth worker's day
Both age groups from the Anne Youth Center recently visited the Annelinna Rescue Station. The experience left a lasting impression on both the young people and the youth workers who accompanied them, and many of us probably found ourselves reflecting in the evening on how rewarding a single day can be. Youth work is full of challenges, but every day brings moments that truly make your heart sing. Here […]