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Zavod Veles is an organizer and partner for Erasmus+ projects under the brand LIDER+ – Be the Wind of Change. As an institution accredited by the National Agency of Slovenia – MOVIT, LIDER+ runs an annual cycle of 4 activities: Dragon Dreaming, Leader in Me, Art of Facilitation, and Let’s Celebrate, all held in different venues across Slovenia.

For several years, LIDER+ has been collaborating with international networks such as Yes to Sustainability and the GEN Global Ecovillage Network, creating opportunities for cross-cultural learning, sustainable project development, and global community building.

You can find current calls and upcoming activities of LIDER+ and partner projects on the Facebook or Instagram pages of Kmetija Veles.

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Petra & Jošt - The people behind LIDER+

Petra and Jošt design and lead immersive learning experiences that help people grow as leaders, collaborators, and community builders.
Each program blends hands-on practice with reflection, offering tools for both personal development and sustainable project work.

Trainings & Educational Programs

Dragon Dreaming

Dragon Dreaming is a holistic approach to creating and carrying out collaborative, sustainable projects. In a world that often moves too fast, this training invites you to pause and ask what change you truly want to see—for yourself and for the planet. Participants explore the full Dragon Dreaming cycle—Dreaming, Planning, Doing, and Celebrating—and learn practical tools for inclusive project design and management. Whether you are new to project work or an experienced organizer, you’ll gain fresh ways to bring creativity, balance, and community participation into every stage of a project.

LIDER+ Dragon Dreaming training course 2025 in action - Erasmus+ project
Leader in me Erasmus+ training course in action

Leader in me

The world needs healthy, conscious leaders, and this course helps young people discover the leader within. Through interactive exercises and guided reflection, participants recognize their natural strengths, build confidence, and learn how to lead inclusively and holistically. Leader in Me is perfect for emerging youth workers, community organizers, or anyone ready to step into a leadership role that supports collaboration and positive change.

Art of facilitation

Great leaders also know how to hold space for others, and this program turns new leadership skills into strong facilitation practice. Building on the foundation of Leader in Me, participants dive into methods for guiding groups, managing group dynamics, and fostering trust. With plenty of real-time practice, you’ll learn what it takes to create supportive, creative environments where ideas flow and people feel heard.

Art of facilitation Erasmus+ training course in action
Let's celebrate Erasmus+ project in action

Let's celebrate

Celebration is more than a party—it is an essential phase of sustainable project work. This gathering with long-time and new partner organizations explores the power of reflection, evaluation, and gratitude. Through creative activities and shared rituals, participants harvest insights, honor achievements, release what no longer serves, and make space for the next cycle of creativity. Let’s Celebrate reminds us that pausing to acknowledge and enjoy our efforts is key to long-term success and community well-being.

Join us

Interested in hosting or attending a training? Contact the Lider+ team to collaborate, bring a program to your community, or join an upcoming session. Email: projectsveles@gmail.com

Being a partner

Along with leading their own programs under the Veles brand Lider+, they also serve as a partner organization for other Erasmus+ projects, collaborating with international teams and offering their expertise in training and facilitation—and sending participants to exchanges and courses abroad.

Get in touch to explore partnership opportunities or participant placements. Email: projectsveles@gmail.com

Results & Impact

Over the past years, Lider+ trainings have brought together participants from Slovenia and across Europe, creating a growing network of inspired leaders, facilitators, and community builders.

Through Dragon Dreaming, Leader in Me, Art of Facilitation, and Let’s Celebrate, Petra and Jošt have:

  • Organized numerous national and international trainings and workshops in partnership with Erasmus+ and other organizations.
  • Built lasting partnerships with youth groups, NGOs, and sustainable initiatives across Europe.
  • Gathered a rich collection of training materials, reports, and “aha” moments that capture the learning and creativity sparked in each program. (LINKS TO THE DRIVE)
  • Inspired participants to publish articles and reflections, year after year, sharing insights and best practices with a wider audience. (LINKS TO IG, FB)

This growing body of experiences and resources continues to guide new projects and collaborations, ensuring that the knowledge and connections created through Lider+ keep expanding far beyond each training.