European Youth Exchange

Catherine McGeer

THE Puerto de Mazarrón recently hosted an Erasmus+ programme exchange called ‘Last Call to Know the Earth’, bringing together around 40 young Europeans.

Led by Silvia García, the Youth Department collaborated with the CEIBA Association to organise activities and arrange accommodations at Colegio Siglo XXI. The exchange aimed to encourage intercultural dialogue and address societal challenges, particularly climate change.

Participants from Italy, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Serbia, and Spain formed working groups

Life-saving officers

THREE Guardia Civil officers are being praised for saving the life of José García Férez, a philosophy teacher in Cieza.

José slipped and fell down the stairs catapulting him onto the street and leaving him severely injured. Bleeding profusely and nearly unconscious, José’s life hung in the balance until a patrol car happened to pass by.

The officers ­ Fran, Carlos, and Salva ­ immediately rushed to his aid. Fran held José and applied first aid until medical professionals arrived. José believes Fran’s quick action prevented him from losing his life. He was taken to the hospital, where he received treatment for multiple injuries, including head wounds requiring staples and stitches, facial contusions, and a collapsed nasal septum. to propose innovative solutions. Alongside their discussions, they enjoyed tourist outings, Latin

José expressed gratitude to the doctors at the Emergency Department of the Hospital de la Vega Lorenzo Guirao de Cieza and his family. This incident highlights the bravery and selflessness of law enforcement personnel.

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dance workshops, kayaking, and beach activities.

Silvia García, the councillor for Youth, visited the group, urging their continued participation and highlighting their role in shaping the future. The exchange showcased the power of collaboration and the youth’s ability to contribute to a brighter tomorrow through their ideas and actions.

It was a rewarding experience that fostered cross ­ cultural connections and inspired innovative approaches to societal issues.

Group-friendly

SOME representatives from InterRías, a leading Spanish group tour company, explored Murcia on a trip arranged by the Institute of Tourism. The aim was to showcase Murcia’s key attractions for group tourism.

The itinerary included cultural, gastronomic, natural, and beach activities, attracting almost 20 specialised agents.

The participants visited Bullas for wine tourism, experiencing a traditional winery and wine tasting. In Cartagena, they enjoyed boat and tourist bus rides, visiting land ­