The project, Dabiski māksla!, aimed to support positive social change by empowering participants, including youth, artists, youth workers, and NGOs, to actively contribute to societal development. It introduced and disseminated a participatory arts approach among them and their organizations, promoting a replicable and flexible practice suitable for diverse contexts. The goal was to align with the Erasmus objectives and evolve towards inclusive, interactive, and creative methodologies that empowered youth workers to engage effectively using participatory arts. One of the primary objectives was to enhance the professional development of youth workers, particularly in intercultural and marginalized contexts, by equipping them with tools to navigate varied environments. This approach sought to foster intercultural, intergenerational, and intersocietal understanding and genuine inclusion by allowing individuals to appreciate "the other" in their complexity, including their unique backgrounds and stories. Additionally, the project aimed to raise awareness among artists and cultural organizations about the potential of participatory arts in youth work. This would encourage collaboration between youth work and the arts and culture sectors, highlighting the transformative impact of the arts on personal and community development. Participants would discover the participatory arts approach as a vital point of contact, deepening their sensitivity, patience, and empathy in facilitating similar processes while learning new communication tools. The initiative emphasized including individuals with fewer opportunities, enabling them to express themselves through art in a diverse environment, which could facilitate cross-cultural dialogue. It also aimed to provide a platform for self-expression, personal growth, and the development of critical thinking skills. By using social community arts to address social injustices, the project sought to dismantle societal barriers and promote dialogue on significant issues such as climate change and the challenges faced by youth, including those who are NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). With aspirations to be a catalyst for positive change in youth work practices, inclusion, cultural awareness, and social empowerment, the project aimed for a direct impact on participants and a cascade effect on others around them. It encouraged both youth workers and the young people they engaged with to feel free to evolve, modify, adapt, and change practices and tools. The emphasis remained on fostering active agents of positive change in their communities and beyond. The team consistently aimed to cultivate active citizenship by encouraging creative engagement with societal issues and participation in community initiatives. In consideration of today’s digital challenges and new technologies, participants were educated on facilitating discussions on topics like social media addiction and environmental sustainability. Alongside enhancing artistic skills, they received training on digital professional development, online communication, teamwork, leadership, and responsible use of digital tools. The project sought a lasting impact on youth work practices by promoting continuous learning and innovation, allowing for reflection on networking and collaboration. They identified like-minded individuals and NGOs to reach shared methodologies, goals, and ideas through various approaches. Efforts were made to provide opportunities for participants to network with peers from different countries and establish collaborations for future projects. By creating international cooperation, the project aimed to build a supportive community of youth workers who recognized they were not alone and could continuously enrich themselves through their partners and friends, ensuring sustainability beyond the project’s duration.