Manual on tackling Euroscepticism and teaching European values through Art
Asociatia Be You - Romania, Universitatea Valahia din Târgoviște - Romania, Università degli Studi di Firenze - Italy, Terra di Tutti - Italy, Alphabet Formation - Belgium & Youthfully Yours SK - SlovakiaOutlined in the Manual are the significant roles that arts education can play in:
* Empowering young individuals from marginalised areas to become active citizens, countering feelings of vulnerability that may lead to Euroscepticism.
* Harnessing the power of arts for the empowerment of individuals provides a counter-narrative to eurosceptic views through positive community-based action.
* The transformation of neglected spaces within communities can become symbols of European unity and shared cultural heritage.
* Identifying opportunities for youth engagement and development in a post-pandemic landscape, thus strengthening the European project at a local level.
* Facilitating participation in non-formal activities about Europe can foster a stronger European identity and counter eurosceptic sentiments.
The Manual collects 15 innovative art activities – related to painting, handcrafting, tailoring, photography and theatre. The activities can be adapted and applied to different contexts, helping youth workers to approach European topics and tackle Euroscepticism.