North Macedonia — Second Dissemination Activity

PASSI • Dissemination Event

North Macedonia — Second Dissemination Activity

To further extend the impact of PASSI, a second dissemination session was organised focusing on the project approach and the learning outcomes achieved through the training activities, with a dedicated segment on ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis).

Country: North Macedonia
Format: Local in-person session
Focus: Inclusion • Autonomy • ABA
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Overview

During the session, we presented the PASSI project’s overall objectives and explained how the training promotes inclusion and autonomy for young people with autism and mental disabilities. The discussion focused on practical strategies that can be transferred into everyday educational and youth work settings, emphasising the importance of structured support, clear routines, and a step-by-step approach to building independence.

What was discussed

PASSI approach
  • Project objectives and learning outcomes
  • Inclusion and autonomy as practical priorities
  • Structured support and predictable routines
  • Step-by-step progression towards independence
Transfer into daily work
  • Strategies adaptable to education and youth work settings
  • Consistency and micro-steps to reduce overload
  • Practical examples supporting real-life implementation
  • Reflecting on local needs and available resources

Dedicated segment: ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)

A dedicated segment of the dissemination was devoted to the ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) methodology. We introduced its main principles and discussed how structured observation, positive reinforcement, and consistent micro-steps can support communication, learning, and autonomy.

Core ABA elements presented

Structured observation • Positive reinforcement • Consistent micro‑steps — applied to support communication, learning, and autonomy in everyday contexts.

Observation
More systematic noticing of behaviours and triggers
Reinforcement
Encouraging progress through positive, consistent feedback
Micro-steps
Breaking tasks into small, achievable steps for autonomy

Participants engaged actively with the topic, asking questions and reflecting on how ABA-inspired strategies can be adapted to their daily work, particularly when supporting young people with different learning needs and behaviours.

Impact

The session was well received and generated constructive feedback, confirming a strong interest in practical, evidence-informed methods that support inclusion. Overall, the event contributed to strengthening local awareness of the PASSI project, encouraging professional reflection, and motivating participants to explore autonomy-oriented approaches in their own practice.