In our Avalon project, we have developed a guide for organisations on how to foster cultural inclusion.
In recent years, Europe has experienced an increasing number of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers who bring different experiences and views shaped by their individual journeys. Although they contribute to a rich cultural diversity, many young refugees or migrants face huge obstacles to inclusion in their new societies. Often these problems arise from socio-economic issues, cultural differences and lack of access to social networks or cultural activities which are very important in making possible intercultural exchange and understanding.
Our project takes this into account by investigating how art can promote social and cultural inclusion. The initiative comes up from two committed partners from Slovakia (Bratislava Policy Institute) and Austria (Fremde Werden Freunde) reaching out to young refugees/migrants leading the fight for acceptance and participation in European countries. Comprehensive interviews were made both with those directly affected by these issues as well as organizations and expert artists promoting cultural initiative including arts so that we can understand the challenges they face today but also their aspirations in future.
Avalon – cultural guide for inclusion
This document is an aid for organizations committed to improving cultural inclusion through art. It emphasizes on various benefits derived from engaging in art such as provision of practical suggestions based on experiences across Europe. In addition, it has some good practices regarding artistic programmes focusing on refugee/migrant youth as well as expert reviews.
You can download the Guide here: Cultural Guide
AVALON is 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 OeAD-GmbH. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
