Partners
We have a diverse and passionate group of partners on board for the Take pART! project. Each organisation brings unique expertise and a shared commitment to fostering positive change through art, therapy, and activism.
Together, we work to empower youth workers and support young people in their journey towards active citizenship and social transformation.
D’Antilles & D’Ailleurs
The lead organisation behind the Take pART! project is D’Antilles & D’Ailleurs (DA&DA)
D’Antilles & D’Ailleurs is a vibrant and socially conscious organisation that emerged in 2016 in the French region of Martinique. Committed to fostering the socioeconomic integration of marginalised groups in civil society, DA&DA focuses its efforts on two critical fronts: migrant women facing or at risk of prostitution and young individuals with limited opportunities.
At the heart of DA&DA’s mission is a belief in the power of cultural diversity and intercultural exchange. Under the “Youth” division, DA&DA actively supports local engagement, education, and training for young people and professionals. This department not only represents the organisation’s historical mission but also facilitates the participation of dozens of local youth and professionals in European and international mobility programs, fostering a global perspective and enriching the community.
DA&DA is dedicated to coordinating and consolidating initiatives aimed at empowering women facing difficulties, with a strong focus on their socio-professional inclusion. They work collaboratively with international associations to co-design sustainable projects that provide opportunities for women in situations of vulnerability or victims of violence. This commitment extends to migrant young women who are also navigating severe vulnerabilities, strengthening the fabric of the community.
With a dedicated team of 12 employees and the invaluable contributions of volunteers, DA&DA exemplifies the power of grassroots initiatives and community-driven approaches to social change.
As the head of the Take pART! project, DA&DA’s leadership is instrumental in driving positive change in their community.
Élan Interculturel
Élan Interculturel is an association based in Paris, France, that is dedicated to the creation of pedagogical tools in the field of interculturality.
With a commitment to nurturing intercultural skills, Élan strives to promote dialogue between cultures and foster a deeper understanding of one another. At its core, Élan champions openness, hospitality, and active listening, all while encouraging individuals to explore and deepen their own cultural identities.
For over 13 years, Élan has been at the forefront of developing educational activities rooted in storytelling, theatre, dance, visual arts, multisensory pedagogy, and art therapy. These innovative approaches not only facilitate learning but also create inclusive spaces for individuals to explore and express themselves.
Élan Interculturel boasts a multicultural team, with members hailing from diverse countries and continents. With 11 dedicated employees and the support of 8 civic service volunteers (interns), their collective expertise drives their mission forward, bridging cultural gaps and fostering understanding.
Élan Interculturel brings their experience and a profound commitment to promoting intercultural dialogue. Their dedication to empowering minorities and individuals at risk of exclusion aligns seamlessly with the project’s goals, making them an invaluable asset to the initiative.
femlens
femLENS is a nonprofit association, registered in Estonia, working worldwide. Their mission is to empower women and young people, through documentary photography as a tool for self-expression and dialogue
With a focus on gender equality and women’s empowerment, since 2015 they work towards amplifying underrepresented voices and fostering inclusion. With experience in organising workshops, exhibitions, campaigns and publications, they hope to share their knowledge and skills with the partners and audience.
Their previous collaborations worldwide have shown the transformative power of art. femLENS brings expertise in participatory photography and artivism, creating safe spaces for self-expression and nurturing creative thinking. Through Take pART!, femLENS will provide tools to foster youth engagement, promote gender-sensitive communication, and amplify the voices of vulnerable women.
Innovation Hive
Innovation Hive is a private non-profit organisation located in Greece, specialised in the fields of research and innovation.
Our actions aim to enhance the economic and social cohesion of European societies through the design, development and implementation of EU projects, while our goal is to find solutions to the new innovation challenges, achieve growth, sustainability and maximise the impact to the society.
The organisation’s philosophy in order to achieve these goals is based on co-creation methodologies and a quadruple helix approach. The engagement of stakeholders from industry, science and society is aiming to create links between the businesses, the academia and the civic actors in order to develop a combination of knowledge, skills, tools, values and motivation. The final goal is to make the difference in local societies and to succeed at the highest level the principles of social innovation concepts.
NoGap
NoGap, a not-for-profit association based in the town of Orvieto, Italy, in the heart of the Umbria Region
Founded by a passionate group of seven professionals hailing from diverse fields, including psychotherapy, development cooperation, social work, and art, NoGap is on a mission to make an impact on the lives of individuals facing dual diagnoses – the challenging intersection of mental health issues and addiction. Their work is guided by a focus on gender-related aspects, adding a crucial dimension to their mission.
At its core, NoGap is dedicated to the reintegration of individuals grappling with dual diagnoses into society. However, what sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to understanding the complexities of triple vulnerability – the intersection of mental health challenges, addiction, and gender-specific issues. This holistic approach underscores their dedication to providing comprehensive support to those who need it most.
NoGap offers free therapeutic monthly sessions to the youth residing in the Lahuén Community and extends their support to the families as well.
They collaborate with various organisations, both in Italy and abroad, to design effective interventions and support systems.
NoGap believes in the power of social and inclusive entrepreneurship, particularly in domains like Social Agriculture, Horticulture, Gardening, and Social Kitchen, to foster self-sufficiency and empowerment.
Art, in the form of theatre and music, is a cornerstone of their approach. It’s a tool for self-expression, healing, and personal growth.
NoGap constantly delves into research and professional interventions that explore vulnerabilities, commonalities, emotional dependence, and therapeutic treatments. Their goal is to continually refine their methods to better serve their clients.
INTRAS
INTRAS, a non-profit organisation founded in 1994 in Spain, dedicated to high quality research and intervention in the mental health field.
Our actions aim to enhance the economic and social cohesion of European societies through the design, development and implementation of EU projects, while our goal is to find solutions to the new innovation challenges, achieve growth, sustainability and maximise the impact to the society.
The main target group of Fundación Intras consists of people suffering from mental health disorders, whereby the organisation also performs activities and offers services to the disabled, the elderly and people at risk of social exclusion in general. The organisation nowadays consists of a team with over 550 professionals, multiple centres and resources in six provinces in the Castilla y León region (Ávila, Burgos, Palencia, Salamanca, Valladolid and Zamora), Badajoz (Extremadura) and Madrid. In addition, we network with entities throughout Europe through the development of projects
The development of their services and programmes is based on the “Recovery approach”, thus empowering the users to live a self-determined and self-confident life through reflecting their potential wishes and providing them with vocational training and employability programmes accordingly. INTRAS develops activities and offers different services for their target groups such as psychosocial and labour rehabilitation programmes, occupational and vocational training, pre-labour workshops, counselling and professional guidance/ coaching, social employment, etc.
INTRAS’s dedication to mental health research, recovery, and integration is an example of the impact that organisations can have on individuals and society as a whole. Their commitment to empowering individuals on their journey towards recovery is truly inspiring.
Stichting art. 1
Stichting art. 1, based in Amsterdam – the Netherlands, is dedicated to the visualisation and inclusion of minorities through the arts.
The foundation’s name comes from art itself as well as the first article of the Dutch Constitution, which states that no individual is to be discriminated against on grounds of religion, race, and political or sexual preferences. This is the basis of all their projects, films, festivals, theatre productions, and cultural events: the use of art as a tool with which to build more diverse, empathetic and cohesive societies – a practice which is also known as artivism. They implement artivism methodologies (activism through art) – organising youth trainings in film, podcast, storytelling and cultural online/offline panel talks. By doing so, the organisation seeks to provide artistic tools and methodologies for sidelined voices to join mainstream narratives and boost the democratic participation of (LGBTI) youth and minorities.