BAC Slovakia

BAC Slovakia is a newly founded informal group of young people with a primary focus on improving European youth's entrepreneurial, leadership, soft skills, and civic engagement. We aim to create strong international networks of like-minded people who work hard on themselves, want to inspire others and improve society. BAC Slovakia has so far successfully implemented two Youth Exchanges: MediaMatrix and EntrepreYouth. The MediaMatrix: Media Literacy and Active Citizenship youth exchange enhanced media literacy and civic engagement among European youth. Participants improved their ability to distinguish facts from opinions, verify sources, and identify misinformation, fostering responsible media consumption and creation. The project also succeeded in increasing their participation in democratic processes, with participants reporting a stronger understanding of democratic values and systems. The interactive workshops and non-formal learning sessions facilitated open discussions, critical thinking, and intercultural exchange. The youth exchange EntrepreYouth: Join the World of Entrepreneurship successfully developed key entrepreneurship and soft skills among European youth, particularly focusing on participants from newer EU member states. It addressed gaps in traditional education, specifically in real-world business, networking, and leadership skills. Through interactive workshops and non-formal learning methods, participants gained confidence in areas like public speaking, pitching ideas, financial literacy, and teamwork.