Association for support of economic development-Local action group-Kochani

Here is a rewritten and expanded version for the SALTO-YOUTH NGO profile: LAG Kochani is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation established in 2011. It brings together professionals, educators, experts and volunteers committed to improving education, social inclusion, environmental awareness and community well-being. The organisation develops and implements projects involving primary and secondary schools, teachers, young people, children, vulnerable groups and local communities. Its work focuses particularly on innovative teaching methods, digital education, Virtual and Augmented Reality, STEAM learning, environmental education, social inclusion, entrepreneurship and employability. LAG Kochani has extensive experience in European and international cooperation and has participated as a coordinator or partner in numerous Erasmus+ projects, including: * We Grow Up with Eco Resources * AR EDU – Augmented Reality Education Module * ECO KIDS – Eco Gardens in Our Kindergartens * European Cultural Heritage in Education * VR EDU – Implementation of Virtual Reality-Based Learning Methodology in Secondary Schools * 21st Century Entrepreneurship * STE(A)M Kids * Digital Heritage EDU * Save 4 Waste * Virtual Reality versus Climate Changes * STEAM with Holograms * Green Fab Lab * Nutrition Education through Virtual Reality * Community and English * Green Agripreneurs The organisation has also implemented projects related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, environmental protection and local development, with support from UNDP, GEF and local institutions. LAG Kochani currently has 20 active members and more than 30 volunteers. Its team includes psychologists, teachers, ICT specialists, environmental experts, project developers and professionals experienced in working with children and young people. The organisation has strong capacity in project coordination, international cooperation, training delivery, educational material development, dissemination and community-based activities.