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A Year of Growth and Connection at Université Savoie Mont Blanc
The 2025–2026 year has already been full of energy and meaningful moments for Bridges by Mentors at Université Savoie Mont Blanc. From mentoring with local associations, libraries and school groups to connecting with the wider community during an intercultural fair in Chambéry, participants have been actively building connections. It has also been a time for growth for our international
Building Bridges Beyond Borders: My Experience in Bridges by Mentors
My name is Evrard Dedo, and I am a Master’s student in Information Systems and Digital Innovation at IAE, Université Savoie Mont Blanc, France. Originally from Benin, I am currently living in Annecy, where I am also actively involved as a mentor with the AFEV, a local association that mobilizes young
Bridges by Mentors in Action: Sharing Cultures in Chambéry, France
At Université Savoie Mont Blanc, participants of Bridges by Mentors joined the 28th edition of the Tour du Monde à Chambé, contributing to a city-wide event in Chambéry, France. This annual two-day event is a student-led initiative combining cultural exchange with local residents, performances showcasing various art forms, and interactive activities for school groups. 16 participants of Bridges by Mentors took an active part
Bridges by Mentors at Université Savoie Mont Blanc: A Semester of Impact and Connection
This past semester has been rich in learning experiences and meaningful engagement for the students participating in Bridges by Mentors at Université Savoie Mont Blanc, France. Throughout the autumn of 2025, they actively developed their transversal and mentoring skills, while contributing to the local community in the cities of Chambéry and Annecy. We began with a Mentoring Training Session, where students
How Mentorship Changed My Perspective: Let’s Hear from Yaryna
Yaryna Yanishevska is a Ukrainian student specializing in European and International Business Law at Université Savoie Mont Blanc. Her double Master’s degree programme has brought her to France and Lithuania. She describes her involvement in Bridges by Mentors as both transformative and deeply meaningful. Here
Meeting up & Getting inspired
In this video, three students from the University of Savoie-Mont-Blanc share their experience during the Bridges by Mentors training weekend, which blended teaching activities with time spent in nature. They reflect on the value of stepping out of their comfort zones, discovering new cultures, and
Discovering Interculturality and Mentoring
A two-day mentoring and intercultural training held at Université Savoie Mont Blanc, where students from diverse backgrounds came together to learn, grow, and build connections. Through interactive sessions and a team-building hike to Croix du Nivolet, participants explored the meaning of mentoring, embraced multiculturality, and
Bridges by Mentors : Bringing New Intercultural Energy to Local Associations
English Since 2024, Bridges by Mentors has enabled international students from the Université Savoie Mont Blanc to get involved in local life through volunteer missions with associations based in Chambéry, Annecy, and surrounding areas. This European program goes beyond helping students become mentors in their
My Mentoring Experience in Chambéry with a 5 Year Old
English When I arrived in France for my studies, I never thought I would one day become the mentor of a little French boy. And yet, this experience with Afev and Bridges by Mentors has been one of the most powerful since I arrived in
Hajar Sardi on Mentoring and Connection
During an unforgettable week in the picturesque mountain resort of Pamporovo in Bulgaria, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in the “mentoring without borders” training under the Bridges by Mentors and European Union Erasmus+ programmes. Nestled in the stunning Rhodope Mountains, Pamporovo’s breathtaking natural beauty
October 2024: Transnational project meeting in Chambéry, France!
Our partner Université Savoie Mont Blanc (France) hosted the 3rd TPM from October 14th to October 16th! The focuses of this TPM revolved around:
October, 2024: Training for students to become mentors!
On the weekend of October 5 and 6, 2024, students from Savoie Mont Blanc University participated in comprehensive mentoring training! On the program: intervention by 3 mentoring professionals to define the outlines, create mentoring activities and target key skills! Sunday was dedicated to a day
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AFEV enable mentorship through his organisation for young kids between 4 years old to 14 years old.
CHAMBERY
Volunteers can help through creative workshops, Possibilists help people reconnect with confidence and optimism. As a volunteer, you can listen, encourage, and spark new possibilities.
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L’AFEV permet le mentorat à travers son organisation pour les jeunes enfants entre 4 et 14 ans.
CHAMBERY
Les bénévoles peuvent apporter leur aide grâce à des ateliers créatifs. Les Possibilistes aident les gens à retrouver confiance et optimisme. En tant que bénévole, vous pouvez écouter, encourager et susciter de nouvelles possibilités.
ANNECY
Organiser des ateliers pour promouvoir la mobilité et l’interculturalité.
ANNECY
Je contribue a l’organisation de journées d’évènements comme une course de vélo.