APPJUVENTUDE was created on January 8, 2018, as a result of a process with more than two years, where several youth professionals workers, in the various forums and activities of the sector, affirmed the need ofr its creation. APPJUVENTUDE is made up of youth professionals workers, who belong to various national organizations, such as Municipalities, Public Intitutes and Associations/NGO’s, with a lot of experience in youth projects and specially Erasmus+ projects. The Portuguese Association of Youth Professionals (APPJUVENTUDE) has as its mission: a) Strengthen and dignify youth professionals workers in Portugal, as well as their recognition in the Portuguese Republic and in organizations representing young people; b) Propose legislation, as well as actions to help regulate the youth sector and promote the image of the youth professional; c) Promote non-formal education, as well as processes of social innovation, that promote the active participation of young people in the preservation of a democratic society; d) To favor national and international cooperation and networking actions, as well as the development of educational mechanisms and tools among youth professionals. |