Objectives:
To improve communication and self-reflection skills of participants using expressive arts methods
To break the communication barriers of participating young people and boost active community involvement through artistic activities
To explore the concepts of self-development and self-expression of young generation on the personal and community level
To supply participants with innovative tools and methods, as well as practical experiences, which can be used in promoting intercultural communication and dialogue
To develop follow-up projects for international cooperation to further elaborate the topics of current project and create the thematic continuation based on the needs of participants.
Project aim:
Our Youth Exchange “YOUnited ART” aims at expanding the ways of communication and self-expression of young people through art, as well as using art as a tool of active involvement in the community and active social participation. Using various artistic methods and tools, the project will boost the communication skills of international youth, give them opportunity to express themselves via art, create a platform for social and intercultural dialogue, especially for those youngsters with fewer opportunities who lack verbal expression because of different life reasons.