FIGHT THE FRIGHT 2.0

The project builds on the success of the original Fight the Fright initiative and focuses on one of the most common barriers to personal and professional growth: fear of public speaking — especially in a foreign language.

Young adults across Europe, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, often struggle with:
-low self-confidence,
-anxiety in public speaking,
-weak verbal and non-verbal communication skills,
-fear of speaking English in professional situations.

Fight the Fright 2.0 responds to this need by combining:
-drama-based learning techniques
-real-life communication simulations
-face-to-face workshops
-capacity building for adult educators

The project directly supports Erasmus+ priorities on inclusion, upskilling pathways, and improving competences of adult educators.

Main Results
Trainer’s Booklet for Adult Educators
The project developed a comprehensive trainer’s booklet that equips adult education professionals with practical, drama-based methods to support young adults in overcoming fear of public speaking and improving communication in a foreign language. The booklet includes real-life scenarios and ready-to-use exercises and is available in multiple languages, enabling educators to apply innovative and engaging approaches in face-to-face learning contexts.

Face-to-Face Workshops for Young Adults
Fight the Fright 2.0 successfully delivered 12 interactive workshops across partner countries, engaging young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through experiential learning and simulated real-life situations, participants strengthened their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, increased self-confidence, and developed strategies to manage anxiety in public and professional settings.

Strengthened Competences and Modernised Practice
By combining structured learning resources with hands-on training, the project strengthened the competences of adult educators and contributed to the modernisation of adult education practices. The results support more inclusive, learner-centred approaches and enhance young adults’ employability, social inclusion, and readiness for the labour market.
These challenges directly affect their employability, job interviews, workplace integration, and career progression.