Songs for Change: Understanding, promoting, and implementing EU values through music
▶Summary
Songs for Change (SfC) addresses critical societal needs exacerbated by populist and nationalist movements in Europe. These movements challenge EU multilateralism, prioritizing national interests ...
▶Objectives
The objectives of the project were multifaceted, aimed at activating young people as change makers and mobilizing communities around EU values using music as a primary educational and expressive tool. EU values: Raising awareness among young individuals about the 6 EU values, addressing specific challenges faced by young people today. Capacity- building: Building capacities by fostering competences, attitudes, and innovative methodologies through music-based learning and equipping young participants with skills in song and video production that not only promoted EU values but also contributed to the development of future-oriented educational curricula suitable for both formal and non-formal learning environments. Music: Using music as a tool, acting both as a platform for advocating ideas to peers and communities and as an empowerment tool for youth to actively engage in civic life to create meaningful change within communities and inspire young individuals to become proactive citizens. Advocacy: Using advocacy efforts to influence policies and foster awareness, motivating individuals to uphold EU values. Through strategic advocacy campaigns and initiatives, we sought to create a ripple effect of awareness and action.