The first project activity of the ThRIvE project took place from May 12^th until May 21^st, 2023, in Würzburg, Germany. For the project activity, came 9 students from Lebanon and Jordan together with one lecturer each to Germany. The thematic focus of this mobility was social work with youth to promote and achieve social cohesion and community wellbeing. During the mobility week, the guests from Lebanon and Jordan together with students from the THWS took part in five different workshops: 

• Interactive Theater for Empowerment: The group got to know and experience interactive theater as a method of conflict resolution.  
• Adventure Education: Adventure education focuses on one’s own experience (usually in nature), in order to strengthen the group cohesion and to promote social skills.
• Education and Sustainability: In the sustainability workshop, the focus was on the current climate crisis and how you, as an individual, can slow down the crisis. The correct handling of emotions (emotions to empower oneself) and the inclusion of networks, cooperation, and politics were discussed.
• Migration Education: In migration education, the focus is on communal inclusion and power relations in the migration society. The workshop was about acceptance, tolerance, and a general confrontation with different cultures and perspectives.  
• Integration by Sports: Integration by Sports aims at integrating refugees and migrants into society through sport and leisure activities. It thus promotes intercultural skills and strengthens well-being. 

During all workshops, the students experienced a spectrum of methods and interventions, which they will implement after the mobility in their respective home countries as part of a practical intervention. After the workshops, the students also spent their free time together, got to know each other better on a personal and cultural level, and explored Würzburg together. After the in-presence workshop week, the students have about 2 ½ months for the practical interventions before the group meets again online to reflect on the respective experiences.  

The Creative Social Work Interventions working on Youth Empowerment Lebanon-Jordan mobility, took place from September 3rd to September 9th, bringing together students and professionals from Lebanon and Jordan to explore creative social work interventions which have their focus on youth empowerment. 

Participants had the opportunity to engage in interactive sessions, field visits, and workshops that enriched their understanding of Youth Friendly Services and Creative Social Work in crises. The program's diverse activities, including campus tours, NGO visits, and cultural excursions, allowed a holistic learning experience.

The mobility had in general positive feedback from participants across various sessions. On Monday, September 4th,  Hiam Kahi's session on the history of Primary Health Care and Youth Friendly Services was described, by the students, as having provided a strong foundation for future endeavors. Participants found the session informative, inspiring them to understand the role of social workers and apply their knowledge effectively. The session on Youth Friendly Services Implementation, conducted by Aimee Ghanem, was praised for its creativity and practicality, offering new perspectives on how such services can be provided. 

On Tuesday, September 5th, Mr. Mahdi Rizk and Amal Hawari's session on the importance of Public Health and Social Work Majors was praised for providing new information and highlighting the missions and visions of social work. The Action Plan Presentation on Youth Friendly Services, facilitated by Aimee Ghanem,  emphasized the importance of teamwork and cooperation in achieving goals.

The NWN tour by Laura Ajab's was described as a insightful experience that promoted solidarity and cooperation. Dr. Firas Azzam's session on the NWN Hasbaya Brief emphasized the importance of human rights in education and raised awareness about the significance of social work. The field visit to Taanayel and Arc En Ciel was seen as an opportunity for practical work, information gathering, and nature appreciation.

Alpha Association's program presentation received praise for its passionate and patient approach, representing a positive and hospitable team working for a better environment. The Agri Youth Project presentation and the role of social workers, conducted by Alpha NGO, were described as enjoyable, informative, and bringing entrepreneurial skills.

Finally, Dr. Nada Khaddaj's training on Social Work Empowerment Evaluation encouraged critical thinking and opened new horizons for participants, providing them with valuable insights for personal and professional development.

Overall, the mobility program successfully provided a platform for learning, collaboration, and empowerment in the field of social work, and participants left with newfound knowledge and inspiration to make a positive impact on their communities.