Artvocacy for the Union (ART4U) is a European initiative that uses art as a tool to promote citizen participation and the core values of the European Union, including democracy, equality, inclusion, and freedom of expression. Through artistic and educational activities in three countries –Greece, Poland, and Portugal– the programme encourages young people to express their ideas and experiences on social issues through music, theatre, and storytelling. Specifically, in Greece the activities are implemented through music, in Poland through theatre, and in Portugal through storytelling. At the same time, it creates spaces for dialogue between youth, civil society organisations, and the wider public, contributing to stronger youth participation in the democratic and cultural life of Europe.
Coordination: MasterPeace
In collaboration with: El Sistema Greece, MasterPeace Poland, Gerador
Partners:
Poland – FWW (Fundacja Wspólnota Wielopoko)
Greece – El Sistema Greece
Portugal – Gerador
Within the framework of the project, three-day training seminars were organized for professionals and youth workers from civil society organizations working with children and young people across all three partner countries, Greece, Poland, and Portugal. The trainings focused on topics such as artivism and creative advocacy through the arts, advocacy and democratic participation, as well as the sustainability and management of civil society organizations. Find the training materials here.
Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.
