Publications youth

Theoretical framework

The theoretical framework describes the background and the flower model of the first Nature Intelligence project aimed at young people aged 16-30. It is available only in English (click on left pane to download).

Manual

With this manual we reach out to all youth workers, educators, administrators, volunteers, or programme developers who want to use ‘nature as a teacher’ to enrich the quality and impact of non-formal education programmes. It is  available in English (click left pane) and also in Dutch, Italian, Czech, and Slovenian.

Youth worker training

This curriculum describes an example of a course to train youth workers and educators who want to promote Nature Intelligence in their practice. It is available only in English.

Practice brief

This practice brief gives a summary of the content of the Theoretical Framework  and the manual for youth workers. It is  available in English (see left pane) and also in Dutch, Czech, and Slovenian.

NQ test

This self-test, especially designed for young people 16 to 30 years old, will help you to make your own nature intelligence profile. You will read 36 statements which you will score according to how in general they apply to you. You can calculate your own score per domain competency and fill this into the NQ profile template. The test is  available in English (click left pane) and also in Dutch and Italian.

Exploring applications

This publication places the Nature Intelligence concept into a broader youth work context. Building on the theoretical flower model, it explores how cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and action-based dimensions of NQ can be recognized and applied in youth work. The aim is to connect NQ to existing practices that foster meaningful human-nature relationships. The publication includes reflective insights, practical examples, and educational tools developed within the Erasmus+ project. It is available only in English (click on the left pane).