In Berlin, Germany, Copernicus Berlin organized a workshop to bring youth workers and volunteers together to reflect on lessons from the Erasmus+ project "Path Toward Reconciliation" held in Sicily. The event focused on reconciliation as a foundation for dialogue and peace in diverse communities.
Healing and Dialogue in Urban Contexts Participants explored how to use storytelling, listening, and community-building methods to address interpersonal and social tensions in their daily environments. Workshop Goals- Share youth-friendly methods of conflict resolution.
- Reflect on reconciliation in everyday city life.
- Promote respect, dialogue, and intercultural understanding.
- Conflict Mapping – Groups visualized sources of tension in Berlin youth spaces.
- Listening Lab – Participants practiced active listening in personal storytelling sessions.
- Dialogue Café – Open conversations on forgiveness, healing, and accountability.
"I’ve never been in a workshop where we could speak about conflict and also listen to each other so deeply."Outputs and Legacy The group co-created a booklet titled "Youth Tools for Everyday Reconciliation" with practical tips to use in schools and youth organizations.