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Motion Narratives

2024-1-PL01-KA152-YOU-0002311442024Mobility of young peopleongoing
Countries: PL|HU|MK · Grant: €36,271
European identity and valuesInclusion of marginalised young peopleBridging intercultural, intergenerational and social divide

Objectives

What did you want to achieve through the implementation of the project? What were the project's objectives? The "Motion Narratives" project was designed with a clear vision of using contemporary dance as an educational, integrative, and developmental tool for young people from three European countries. Our objectives were multidimensional and aligned with the strategic priorities of the Erasmus+ programme and the EU Youth Strategy. The main project objectives included: 1. Promoting European values and social inclusion • Fostering values such as acceptance, tolerance, and mutual respect among young people from diverse cultural backgrounds • Building a sense of belonging to the European community through shared artistic experiences • Special inclusion of the Roma community as full members of the European society 2. Development of personal and social competences • Strengthening communication and interpersonal skills through dance as a universal language • Building self-confidence and personal identity of young people • Developing creativity and innovative thinking through artistic expression 3. Promotion of healthy lifestyle and physical activity • Encouraging regular physical activity through contemporary dance • Promoting conscious care for physical and mental health • Using movement as a natural form of expression and relaxation 4. Cultural and artistic education • Deepening knowledge about contemporary dance, its history and diversity of styles • Developing participants' artistic competences • Celebrating the cultural richness of Europe through the exchange of dance traditions 5. Building international cooperation • Creating lasting cooperation networks between young people from Poland, Hungary, and North Macedonia • Developing intercultural competences essential in the global world • Promoting international dialogue through joint artistic projects These objectives were implemented through: • Intensive dance workshops led by experienced instructors • Integration and intercultural sessions • Joint creation of choreographies reflecting cultural diversity • Final presentations demonstrating achieved learning outcomes The "Motion Narratives" project represented a holistic approach to youth development, combining artistic, social, cultural, and European aspects into one coherent whole, aimed at preparing young people for active participation in the multicultural European society.

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