By implementing this project, we wanted to achieve an experience for young people where they got to express themselves through art, get to know themselves better, and connect with each other as a group. The project aimed to inspire youth to reconnect with their inner selves through creativity, cultivate greater self-awareness, and develop empathy for others and the world around them. Our initiative addressed pressing issues such as discrimination, hate crimes, and harassment, which remain significant challenges in European society. We wanted to foster equal opportunities, promote inclusivity, and encourage intercultural dialogue, the project aligned with the objectives of the The Youth Exchange also supported key goals such as promoting mental health, quality education, gender equality, sustainable development, and partnerships for broader societal goals. Through the use of art therapy tools and creative expression, young participants were empowered to take action against discrimination and LGBTQ+ violence. This creative approach enabled them to explore complex issues, build resilience, and express their ideas for a more inclusive society. In addition, the project enhanced the capacities of the participating organizations. It introduced innovative approaches to youth engagement, fostered a dynamic and professional environment, and strengthened the organizations’ ability to operate on a European or international level. Ultimately, the project aimed to contribute to a more inclusive and empathetic European society, one that celebrates diversity and actively works to combat discrimination. The youth exchange aimed to achieve the following specific objectives: Establish a social bond between people living in the immediate neighbourhood and the international participants and the Catfarm community Bring together people from different cultures in a co-creative social and environmental project by involving participants in all phases of the project Raise awareness on homophobia, discrimination and LGBTQ+ violence and share knowledge and ideas with the participants on Queer theory, history and its place in modern society Inspire the participants to explore and express through various forms of art, including painting, drawing, writing, dancing, theatre, creating a mosaic Enable young people to acquire personal, social, and professional skills Immerse participants in an experimental way of life within an eco-place which offered an example of leading ecological lifestyles Promote social inclusion by sharing food cultures, exchanging international perspectives, developing intercultural competence, understanding different cultures and appreciating diversity Share cultures, exchanged ideas among youth to form a base for future corporations and projects Raise awareness on the practices of policies and systems in matters of non-formal education of youth in the EU