Project partners
La Xixa Teatre
La Xixa Teatre is a Barcelona-based non-profit that uses theatre and participatory arts to inspire social change. Through creative methods, non-formal education, and co-creation, they promote intercultural dialogue, youth participation, and community empowerment. Their work blends art, education, and activism to build more inclusive and engaged societies.
Hi, I’m Ana.
I work in Theatre and Artistic Mediation, using art as a tool for social change. I focus on LGBTIQ+ rights, youth empowerment, and civic participation, creating inclusive spaces where people can reflect, express themselves, and act together. My work sits at the crossroads of culture, activism, and education, with solidarity at its core as a value and lived practice.
Hi, I’m Mina!
I’m a Project Manager and Theatre Professor with over 30 years of experience in the performing arts and two decades dedicated to theatre education. I work through the lens of Theatre of the Oppressed, guiding powerful pedagogical processes that centre social justice and expression. I lead Forum Theatre trainings, creating spaces for dialogue, empowerment, and collective transformation.
Hi, I’m Taoufik!
I am an actor at La Xixa, and I support both European and local project managers in their work. I am involved in the facilitation of workshops and lend a hand with production tasks whenever needed. With a versatile presence both on stage and behind the scenes, I bring energy, creativity, and a strong collaborative spirit to the organisation.
YEU Cyprus
YEU Cyprus is a non-profit, independent youth NGO based in Nicosia, that works closely with young people aiming to empower them in realizing the societies they want to be living in. We implement a number of projects and carry out a variety of activities on non-formal education both locally and transnationally, with a focus on active citizenship, human rights, sustainability, inclusion, cultural exchange and understanding.
Hi, I’m Kemal!
I’m a project officer at YEU Cyprus responsible for coordinating, managing, and implementing projects- including YSI-ACT! I have an academic background in English and Turkish language, as well as communication and media studies. My experience in civil society focuses on interacting with youth through a variety of non-formal education methodologies, especially in the fields of peace education and community building.
Hi, I’m Angie!
My work investigates and negotiates at the same time the relationship between deep expression in a modern fast moving digital world and the temperament of a traditional city colliding with the modern digital new age. I’m a multidisciplinary artist and a contemporary Flaneur, working with urban landscapes and concepts using photography and installation in combination with painting and materiality.
Hey, I’m Eliana!
I work in catering services, a role that requires strong communication skills and interaction with a diverse range of people. Outside of work, I’m an active Scout leader, responsible for managing a large group of children and organizing excursions. I also volunteer with an NGO called ‘’ena emeis’’, where I help coordinate and manage projects aligned with the organization’s mission. Scouting and volunteering give me the opportunity to grow personally, contribute to my community, and be part of something meaningful.
Hi, I’m Maria!
I’m a youth advocate from Cyprus involved in peacebuilding efforts focused on reconciliation and inclusion. I had the incredible opportunity to attend the YSI ACT Solidarity and Inclusion training in Bulgaria, where I deepened my skills in youth empowerment and connected with changemakers from across Europe.
Hello, I am Victoria!
I am currently taking a gap year, hoping to become an account. However, I also have an interest in youth work and I would like to develop my skills to empower young people like myself to become more active! I love making people laugh and really like getting to know new people. I was very impressed with the YSI-ACT International Training experience and met awesome people.
Active Bulgarian Society (ABS)
ABS is a youth-led NGO based in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria, working actively on local and international projects focused on youth empowerment, non-formal education, volunteering, and intercultural exchange. Since 2013, ABS has been a hub for creativity, inclusion, and active citizenship, coordinating Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps projects, and connecting young people across Europe through learning and action.
Hi, my name is Ángel!
I´m currently working with volunteers at ABS. I´m 20 years old and I like to learn new things. People always say to me that I ask so much questions!
Hi, I’m Nerea!
I love traveling! I’ve been part of Active Bulgarian Society (ABS) for the past 3 months, working in the international department. During this time, I’ve had the amazing opportunity to take part in different events from the YSI-ACT Project!
Hello! I’m Mariona.
From the very beginning, I felt a strong connection with the YSI-ACT Project. The activities we took part in helped me deepen my understanding of key values like solidarity, empathy, integrity, diversity, collaboration, and respect. Being based in Barcelona, I’m excited about the opportunity to continue being part of this journey.
Hi, I’m Bogdan!
I support communications at Active Bulgarian Society, creating content that highlights youth participation, media literacy, and inclusion. Based in Barcelona, I’m excited to keep contributing to the YSI-ACT project and sharing its impact with others!
Laurea University of Applied Sciences
Laurea is a highly awarded University of Applied Sciences located in the Greater Helsinki Region, Finland. It specializes in social sciences, business, health, and sports. Renowned for its holistic approach to healthcare research and its innovative use of creative methods — such as drama and multisensory techniques — Laurea promotes cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance social well-being and community health.
Hi, I’m Kaisa!
I’m a drama bug-bitten project manager at Laurea! It is great to be able to involve both youth workers and young people in this project, and of course to learn new things myself.
I’m Anu.
At Laurea, I teach various creative client work methods, such as drama, story theatre and literary therapy, and I strongly believe in people and the miracle of learning. On the trip to Bulgaria, I was particularly impressed by the enthusiasm, expertise and shared stories of our team.
Hi, I’m Tepi.
I work with young people who have challenges with criminal behaviour and substance abuse. In my work, I try to support young people in finding alternatives to their life path, so that they would feel inclusion, appreciation and inclusion in society as a full and influential member of society.
I’m Niina
I am Niina and my heart returns to community and inclusion. I have experience in the world of shelters and child welfare, and I feel that drama and physicality are miserably underused in those fields. But it's not long!
Hi, I'm Laura!
I´m the instructor of Leikkiväki ry for several years. Drama as a method is close to my heart, so I had to go all the way to Bulgaria to marvel at it! The little person didn't know what she was going to get- that's the magic of drama!