• Knowledge of Non-violent Communication (NVC) techniques: Knowledge of creating human connections that empower compassionate giving and receiving
• Knowledge of creating governmental and corporate structures that support compassionate giving and receiving

• Ability to make observations without attaching emotion to it
• Ability to communicate empathically without the use of guilt, humiliation, blame or threats
• The ability to share resources so everyone is able to benefit

• Being aware of the interdependence of our well-being
• Being willing to work together to meet the needs of all concerned

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Case Study
• Conducted one workshop on the topic of the activity with youth within 2 months after the activity
• Conducted critical incident analysis
• Problem Solving and simulation games on the specific topic of the activity
• Reflection exercises
• Scored at least 80% on the final test

• Knowing tools for describing and analysing conflicts
• Knowing one's own biographical, often reflexive reaction patterns in conflict situations
• Knowing how to set parties to reach a SMART agreement (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-bound)

• Ability to recognise and deal with conflicts in a rational, balanced and effective way
• Capacity to transform subject positions from incompatibility/antagonism to compatibility/tolerance
• Active listening skills
• Questioning and clarifying skills to grasp both the facts and the areas of controversy

• Open-minded, non-judgemental and accepting and positive
• Careful trustees of young people's growing vulnerability and openness
• Ability to empathise and to help participants to understand one another’s point of view

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Knowing about communication models
• Knowing about 'Active Listening' communication techniques

• Ability to pay attention
• Ability to paraphrase and summarise the message of the other person including emotions
• Ability to provide feedback without judgement
• Ability to reframe the message of the other person and to find a constructive solution

• Actively showing verbal and non-verbal signs of listening
• Empathy

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Knowing about risk management concepts
• Knowing about strategies for minimising the chances of someone being injured

• Capability to identify and analyse risks
• Being able to access support and report incidents
• Being able to formulate a well-informed crisis management plan
• Being able to develop fast interventions

• Responds immediately to risks before they can develop further
• Being able to remain calm and in control

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Knowing about the non-verbal part of communication (e.g. facial expressions, speech patterns, gestures, body language, proxemics, posture, appearance, habitus, respiration and body reactions)

• Ability to use, recognise and interpret body language & non-verbal communication in a culturally appropriate manner
• Ability to adjust your tone, gestures and facial expressions to the interlocutor
   

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Case Study
• Conducted one workshop on the topic of the activity with youth within 2 months after the activity
• Conducted critical incident analysis
• Problem Solving and simulation games on the specific topic of the activity
• Reflection exercises
• Scored at least 80% on the final test

• Knowing about the UN Disability Convention
• Knowing about methods of inclusive education

• Being able to recognise the special needs of all participants
• Being able to provide tailor-made preparation, support and follow-up for people with fewer opportunities
• Capacity to successfully interact and overcome issues when being confronted with situations involving exclusion

• Showing respect for diversity
• Acceptance of all individuals with all their strengths and weaknesses

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Case Study
• Conducted one workshop on the topic of the activity with youth within 2 months after the activity
• Conducted critical incident analysis
• Problem Solving and simulation games on the specific topic of the activity
• Reflection exercises
• Scored at least 80% on the final test

• Knowing about group dynamics
• Knowing about favourable group learning environments

• Being able to deal with group dynamics, heterogeneity, needs, motivation and prior experience
• Being able to identify roles and define responsibilities of the group members
• Capacity to enable groups to work more effectively; to collaborate and achieve synergies

• Showing an understanding of learners’ feelings and needs
• Strengthening learners' independence and believing in their existing abilities and potential
• Being willing to deal with different opinions and conflicts

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Case Study
• Conducted one workshop on the topic of the activity with youth within 2 months after the activity
• Conducted critical incident analysis
• Problem Solving and simulation games on the specific topic of the activity
• Reflection exercises
• Scored at least 80% on the final test

• Knowledge concerning non-formal education (NFL): educational activities which take place outside the formal system
• Applying didactic methods and contents in order to improve the learning outcomes in youth education

• Being able to determine the goals of a training
• Being able to recognise the prior experiences and constraints of the target group in order to select appropriate non-formal learning methods
• Being able to apply a variety of non-formal learning methods such as team-building activities, small group work, various discussion formats, individual and group presentations, ice-breakers, best practice sharing
• Being able to assess the output of the training

• Showing a pro-active attitude
• Being creative and adaptable
• Showing passion for group dynamics

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Case Study
• Conducted one workshop on the topic of the activity with youth within 2 months after the activity
• Conducted critical incident analysis
• Problem Solving and simulation games on the specific topic of the activity
• Reflection exercises
• Scored at least 80% on the final test

• Knowing about evaluation terms and definitions
• Understanding the different roles of evaluators
• Knowing about evaluation methods

• Being able to evaluate initial aims, define questions, criteria and indicators
• Being able to choose and apply an appropriate methodological approach
• Being able to analyse the data and to communicate the results in an appropriate way
• Capacity to develop an adequate final evaluation report

• Being a systematic person who is able to analyse situations and reflect on practices
• Enjoying professional development

Participants have to successfully accomplish the following tasks before the BADU Open Badge will be issued.

Minimum standards:

• Having successfully completed an entire learning activity (training course, seminar, online course, workshop etc.), a voluntary programme/internship
• Self-evaluation
• Assessment session with the trainer/mentor

• Case Study
• Conducted one workshop on the topic of the activity with youth within 2 months after the activity
• Conducted critical incident analysis
• Problem Solving and simulation games on the specific topic of the activity
• Reflection exercises
• Scored at least 80% on the final test