Who are we?
“The larger the island of knowledge, the longer the shoreline of wonder”.
Ralph Washington Sockman
The Lighthouse is an international network of NGOs based in islands who want to . Our objective is to create synergies and new partnerships in order to address the challenges that these territories face regarding Youth policies, sustainable environment, overtourism or the lack of professional opportunities. The core values of our network is tolerance, inclusion, democracy and multicultural dialogue and our motto is “we are all islands in a common sea”.
Our Goals
1
Empowering Island Youth
Equipping youth from islands with the knowledge, skills and experiences needed to mitigate challenges such as geographical isolation, limited opportunities and social disconnection.
3
Reducing Social Isolation
Minimizing social isolation and broadening horizons and perspectives through friendships established through international projects.
2
Promoting Cultural Exchanges
Carrying out activities and projects that bring young people from other islands in Europe together with their peers, increasing cultural interaction between young people.
4
Raising Awareness about Island Challenges
Raising awareness among youth and islanders through projects that address issues such as supply problems, the dependence of the island economy on tourism, and geographical fragility.
5
Supporting the Sustainable Development of the Islands
To prepare projects targeting social and cultural inclusion that will contribute to the island economy through young people, and to ensure that young people take an active role.
6
Improving Mobility and Accessibility
Provide island youth with opportunities to access mainland resources, education and professional development by reducing physical and logistical barriers to travel and exchange.
