▶Summary
-To develop the arts as a tool for non-formal education in order to encourage social inclusion, self-esteem and participation of young people; -To strengthen European citizenship through collectiv...
▶Objectives
-To develop the arts as a tool for non-formal education in order to encourage social inclusion, self-esteem and participation of young people; -To strengthen European citizenship through collective reflection on European identities, using the mask as a tool for creation, expression and action; -To foster cooperation between cultural, social and educational organisations at local and European level, and to improve the quality of their work.
▶Activities
-Research and interviews at local and European level to study the use of the arts to strengthen European citizenship and social inclusion; -A Train-the-Trainers session between artists and social/youth workers to develop a methodology; -Experimentation workshops with young people in each country; -A feedback and filming session; -Interviews with the participants and their local communities; -Dissemination events.
▶Impact
Concrete results: -A study on European Identities and How Performing Arts can Lead to Mutual Understanding and Social Inclusion; -A theatre and mask methodology in the form of tutorial videos; -Three linked deliverables: a book-game, a series of podcasts and a website; -Local dissemination events. Other results: -Strengthened cooperation between cultural and social players; -Increased esteem, participation and inclusion of young people;