Participatory Performing Art
This project is designed to empower youth workers and leaders from marginalized communities by equipping them with skills in non-formal education, theater pedagogy, and participatory arts. The primary focus is on using the arts to explore and amplify the identity narratives of marginalized groups, creating inclusive spaces for co-creation and dialogue. By integrating participatory arts into the work of partner organizations, the project aims to foster collaboration between diverse communities and to build a bridge between theater pedagogy and non-formal education practices.
The project will involve a series of modular training sessions that span across two training courses, one youth exchange, and a co-creation mobility program. Through these activities, participants will develop competencies in participatory arts and non-formal education methods. The project will also launch six pilot programs in various partner countries, where youth and migrants will co-create theater performances that express their experiences and stories. These performances will highlight the transformative potential of the arts in fostering social change, inclusivity, and community engagement.
A key outcome of the project will be the creation of a specialized pedagogical toolkit that combines theater techniques with non-formal educational methods. This toolkit will be tested, refined, and widely shared among youth workers and partner organizations to support ongoing learning and development. To further engage the community, collaborative workshops will be held to tailor the integration of performance arts into partner frameworks, ensuring that the methods are relevant and impactful for the specific communities served.
The project will culminate in local theater performances, with six co-created productions developed in partnership with marginalized groups. These performances will provide a platform for youth and migrants to share their stories, fostering empathy and understanding within their communities. The project will also include interviews and online forums with local actors, NGOs, facilitators, and youth workers, exploring the challenges, methodologies, and successes of participatory arts in various contexts.
Partners from Germany, Lithuania, Slovenia, Ireland, and Spain will collaborate on the project, with each partner contributing their expertise and local networks. The final phase of the project will feature an international youth exchange in Ceuta, Spain, where participants will engage in a theater performance and cultural exchange, deepening their understanding of the arts' role in advocacy and community building. Through these diverse activities, the project seeks to empower 30 youth workers, foster local and international collaborations, and inspire social change through the transformative power of the arts.
