Blockchain & Web3 Literacy: From Hype to Responsible Use
Erasmus+ Training Course in Berlin, Germany
April 6-13, 2026
Infopack is available
Open InfopackProject organized by Copernicus Berlin e.V.
A critical and practical course for youth workers to understand blockchain, Web3 and digital assets (including NFTs) without hype. Participants explore what these technologies can and cannot do, ethical concerns (scams, speculation, environmental footprint), and realistic youth-sector use cases: digital identity concepts, transparency, community tokens for engagement, and education on online risk. The focus is financial and digital literacy, protecting young people from fraud, and building informed citizenship.
- Develop foundational knowledge of blockchain/Web3 concepts and terminology.
- Build capacity to educate youth on risks: scams, fraud, misinformation, privacy.
- Explore responsible and socially useful Web3 scenarios (non-speculative).
- Produce a youth-friendly workshop plan on Web3 literacy.
Key learning outcomes
Participants can explain blockchain simply, identify common scams, and run a safe educational session.
Interactive demos (testnets/simulations), case studies, myth-busting exercises, workshop design labs, reflection.
Outputs
Web3 literacy workshop pack + risk checklist + glossary for youth workers.
Travel costs: Travel expenses to and from project city will be reimbursed. The reimbursement amount is subject to prior confirmation by the coordinator. Green travel options (such as train, bus, or carpooling) are preferred and encouraged where possible.
Accommodation: Accommodation costs are covered. During the training course, participants will stay in shared apartments.
Meals: Each participant will receive a €70 allowance to cook together in the apartments, fostering intercultural exchange through shared culinary experiences.
Travel flexibility: Participants may arrive up to 2 days earlier or stay up to 2 days longer to explore city at their own expense.
