π·π΄ HESSA β Romania
Association for Youth Development and Career Orientation
HESSA (Asociatia HESSA) is a non-governmental, non-profit youth organization based in Costuleni, IaΘi, Romania, dedicated to supporting young people in discovering their personal and professional paths through non-formal education, entrepreneurship initiatives, and inclusive community activities.
The organization was founded in January 2023 by a group of motivated young adults who wanted to create opportunities for people to reconnect with their passions, talents, and future career goals. The initiative grew from the belief that many young people lose sight of their dreams and potential due to social expectations or limited opportunities.
HESSA aims to help individuals rediscover their strengths and develop the skills necessary to build meaningful and fulfilling careers.
π Website: https://hessa-ngo.eu/
π Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asociatiahessa
π· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hessa.eu/
π Mission and Vision
HESSA's mission is to support young people in career orientation, personal development, and entrepreneurial thinking while creating inclusive environments where everyone can explore their abilities and aspirations.
The organization promotes:
β’ youth empowerment and participation
β’ career guidance and entrepreneurship education
β’ social inclusion and equal opportunities
β’ innovative learning through non-formal education
Through its activities, HESSA encourages young people to develop confidence, creativity, and independence while exploring different educational and professional pathways.
π― Main Areas of Activity
HESSA focuses on several key areas that support the development of young people and local communities.
Youth Development and Career Orientation
The organization organizes workshops, youth clubs, and mentoring activities aimed at helping young people identify their strengths, interests, and career opportunities.
Special attention is given to young people from rural communities and vulnerable backgrounds, providing them with access to information, guidance, and opportunities for personal growth.
Inclusion and Community Engagement
HESSA works actively with people with visual impairments and other disabilities, creating inclusive spaces where individuals with and without disabilities can interact, socialize, and participate equally in activities.
Examples of inclusion initiatives include:
β’ adapted sports activities for visually impaired participants
β’ community events such as Living Library and Dinner in the Dark
β’ awareness events promoting understanding and empathy within the community
Entrepreneurship and Financial Education
The organization supports young people who want to explore entrepreneurship by offering:
β’ business idea development workshops
β’ financial planning and budgeting education
β’ consultancy on market analysis and funding opportunities
These activities help young people gain practical knowledge and confidence to take their first steps in the entrepreneurial world.
Personal Branding and Professional Development
HESSA also works with young people and organizations to develop personal branding and communication skills, helping them better present their ideas, projects, and professional identities.
Participants learn how to:
β’ communicate their values and skills effectively
β’ build professional networks
β’ differentiate themselves in the labor market
Sports and eSports Activities
HESSA considers sports an important tool for building community and teamwork. The organization organizes both traditional and innovative sports activities, including:
β’ adapted sports for people with disabilities
β’ eSports competitions
β’ virtual reality sports experiences
These activities promote inclusion, collaboration, and healthy lifestyles.
π₯ HESSA Team
The HESSA team consists of young professionals and volunteers who are passionate about youth work, entrepreneurship education, and non-formal learning.
Eddy Hilitanu β President
Eddy Hilitanu is the president of HESSA and a youth worker, career coach, and project manager.
He has been involved in youth initiatives and international projects for many years, focusing on career guidance, entrepreneurship education, and youth empowerment. His work aims to create opportunities for young people, especially those from rural communities, to discover their potential and develop meaningful career paths.
Elena Turcan β Youth Worker
Elena Turcan represents HESSA as a youth worker focused on personal development and career orientation.
She strongly believes in learning through games and interactive experiences, particularly educational board games that promote teamwork, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
Cristina-Odette HuΘul β Youth Worker
Odette is an active volunteer with extensive experience in event organization, youth initiatives, and educational projects. She has been involved in volunteering for more than eight years, taking roles in logistics, public relations, human resources, and project coordination. Her passion for non-formal education and interactive learning methods contributes to the development of engaging educational initiatives.
Boboc Raffaella Andreea β Events Department
Raffaella Andreea holds a Bachelor's degree in Management and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Marketing and Business Communication. She has extensive volunteer experience with the League of Economist Students in IaΘi, where she worked in the Human Resources department. Within HESSA, she contributes to organizing events and supporting youth activities.
π International Cooperation
HESSA actively participates in Erasmus+ projects and international youth initiatives, collaborating with partners across Europe.
Some of the projects the organization has participated in include:
β’ Social Enterprises for Youth Community (KA210)
β’ Health and Addiction Conscious Society (KA152)
β’ Speak UP Your FEeLings β SUPYFEL (KA152)
β’ Green Plan to Plant β GREPLA-PLA (KA152)
β’ Voice of Art and Community β VARCOU (KA153)
β’ Embracing Our Bodies: A Journey to Body Acceptance β BODY-ACCEPT (KA153)
Through these collaborations, HESSA contributes to international knowledge exchange and promotes innovative educational methods.
