Currency of Time

Learning how to manage what really matters

Currency of Time was an international youth exchange that brought together young people from Germany, Romania, Slovakia and Hungary for a week of learning, reflection and shared experiences. The project took place in Saldenburg, Germany, between 2–9 November 2025 and involved 32 participants and 10 team members.

The main focus was simple but powerful: helping young people better understand how they use their time and money, and how these everyday decisions shape their future.

📍 Saldenburg, Germany

📅 2–9 November 2025

👥 32 participants + 10 team members

🎯 What We Set Out to Do

The project aimed to support young people in becoming more independent and aware of their decisions. Throughout the exchange, participants worked on improving how they plan their time, how they approach money, and how they set goals for themselves.

At the same time, the project created a space for developing confidence, communication skills and teamwork, especially in an international environment where participants had to collaborate with people from different cultures and backgrounds.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Who Took Part

The exchange brought together 32 young people aged between 18 and 23 from four different countries. Each group came with its own experiences, perspectives and challenges, which made the learning process richer and more meaningful.

The group was diverse not only culturally, but also in terms of education, life experience and personal backgrounds. This diversity played a key role in the discussions and activities, allowing participants to learn not only from the programme, but also from each other.

🎲 How We Learned

The learning process was based on non-formal education, which means that everything was interactive, practical and participant-centred.

Instead of lectures, participants took part in simulations, group challenges, debates and reflection sessions. They were encouraged to share their opinions, question ideas and learn from each other’s experiences.

Some of the most memorable moments came from activities like “Management Decision Maze,” where participants had to make decisions under pressure, or “Real Life Monopoly,” which simulated everyday financial situations. The “XYZ Game,” introduced during the programme, focused on trust, cooperation and critical thinking, adding another dynamic layer to the experience.

🚀 What Happened After

The learning did not stop at the end of the mobility. After returning home, participants shared their experience within their communities through presentations, discussions and informal activities.

In total, 16 dissemination events were organised, reaching more than 150 young people. Participants also stayed engaged with the topic, continuing to use tools and methods introduced during the project in their studies, work and daily routines.

For many, the project was also a starting point for further involvement in Erasmus+ programmes, opening the door to new international experiences.

🤝 Partners

Currency of Time was made possible through the cooperation of four partner organisations from Germany, Romania, Hungary and Slovakia. Each organisation contributed to the preparation, implementation and follow-up of the project, ensuring a balanced and meaningful experience for all participants.

💬 Voices from the Project

Participants described the experience as both useful and inspiring. Many emphasised how the project helped them see their daily habits from a new perspective and gave them tools they can actually use in real life.

Some shared that it was their first international experience and that it motivated them to take part in more projects in the future, while others highlighted the connections they built and the confidence they gained.

“It was truly a great experience. I learned a lot, and it motivated me to join more programs like this in the future. I also improved my soft skills, including public speaking, presentation development, and communication.”

“It was my first international project and I didn’t expect to feel so comfortable so quickly. I gained confidence and I would definitely join another project.”

“I never really thought about budgeting before, but now I understand how important it is and how small decisions can make a big difference.”

“The activities made me realise how much time I waste without noticing. Now I feel more in control of my daily routine.”

🎥 Media & Outputs

The project resulted in a series of materials that capture both the learning process and the atmosphere of the exchange. These include a project video, photo galleries, social media content and practical tools used during the activities. More media outputs can be viewed here: Media 

In addition, we have created a promotional video of the mobility which better showcasts our progress and experience.