The Erasmus+ project “The Compass” is a Training Course that will take place in Tykocin, Poland on 19.04.2026 – 30.04.2026 (including travel days).
The project aims to strengthen the capacity of NGOs to design clear, realistic, and sustainable development strategies using the COMPASS methodology. Participants will gain practical tools to analyze their organizations, define long-term vision, build structured strategies, and effectively connect them with relevant funding opportunities, including Erasmus+ and other European and national programs.
By the end of the training course, participants will have developed a comprehensive understanding of their organization across key dimensions: vision, diagnosis, strategy, and sustainability. Each participant will produce a draft organizational development plan, including defined priorities, SMART objectives, and a basic funding strategy aligned with their goals, applicable to their NGOs.
They will be able to critically assess their organization’s current state, identify growth opportunities, and take structured steps toward long-term sustainability.
Project’s aims
- COMPASS METHODOLOGY
As a practical framework for analyzing and strengthening their NGOs across key areas: vision, diagnosis, strategy, and sustainability. - LEARN TO DEVELOP
Align their mission with realistic achievable path, fostering creativity and reducing micromanagement. - ENHANCE STRATEGIC THINKING
Empowering participants to make informed decisions and guide the long-term development of their organizations. - BUILD CONFIDENCE IN FUNDRAISING
Align their mission with realistic achievable plan and identify suitable funding opportunities at local, national, and European levels. - FOSTER INTERCULTURAL COOPERATION
By creating a space for participants from diverse backgrounds to exchange experiences, share best practices, and build sustainable international partnerships.
Activities
A DYNAMIC LEARNING EXPERIENCE
The program features a balanced blend of collaborative group workshops and moments for individual reflection, all centered around mastering the Compass method. Rather than passive listening, participants will engage in simulations and role-plays. A key focus will be the growth path of each NGO.
CREATIVE ACTION AND LOCAL EXPLORATION
Participants can expect a variety of active sessions, including space-based activities that utilize the unique surroundings of Tykocin.
