France

2025: YTT DEI (Diversity, Equity & inclusion) Education Program.

Impact: 92 students participated in the program.

3 Schools: 1. Ecole Elémentaire Marcel Cachin, Romainville. 2. Bordeaux Primary School I. 3. Bordeaux Primary School II.

Our DEI Education Program, in collaboration with INSEI (l’Institut National Supérieur de formation et de recherche pour l’Éducation Inclusive) and Roma Tre University has been developed for schoolchildren. This program plays a pivotal role in fostering an environment characterised by acceptance and encouragement for children hailing from diverse backgrounds and possessing varying abilities. Through active participation in this program, attendees witness a significant improvement in their understanding of inclusivity, thereby equipping them with essential skills to address the complex challenges involved in promoting a more inclusive community. The program effectively cultivates a profound sense of belonging and collaboration among the participants, allowing them to build meaningful connections and develop essential teamwork skills. Furthermore, the program not only enriches their social interactions but also empowers them to become advocates for inclusiveness in their own circles, thereby extending the positive impact of the initiative beyond the immediate setting.

Schoolchildren from the different schools participating in our program.

2017 - 2019: YTT Art-Therapy Mental Healthcare Program

Impact: 70 children, along with 50 women and men participated in our workshops.

6. Refugee Sites: 1. La Cimade Refugee Centre, Massy. 2. Stalingrad Street Refugee Camp, Paris. 3. Cimade Béziers Refugee Shelter, Béziers. 4. St. Denis Street Refugee Camp, Paris. 5. Humanitarian Centre for Migrants, Paris. 6. Petit Forêt Refugee Camp, Calais.

Our Art-Therapy Mental Healthcare Support program, employed art therapy techniques to help participants, mainly from Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Chechnya, and Pakistan, manage anxiety and depression, fostering emotional resilience and overall well-being. Focusing on refugees who faced unique challenges and traumas, the program empowered these individuals to express themselves creatively, allowing them to process their experiences and emotions effectively. Aligned with the YTT Learning Approach, the program utilised evidence-based practices and adapted the interventions to meet the specific needs of each participant. This holistic approach, also promoted a greater sense of community and connection amongst the participants.

Different groups and communities participating in our program