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Description
The partnership between AluapDans and Culture Break Borders – Norway is based on a model of collaboration and participation, which will form the basis for a larger inclusive artistic/therapeutic project, which provides the fusion of arts and health in the form of a show /video dance. The objective is to develop a cooperative and collaborative relationship between a Portugal and Norway to strengthen the capacity to act in the common challenge of eliminating barriers that arise and seek to keep existing forms of violence and discrimination hidden. The project will address the issue of gender
Summary of the results
The "Sensibilização e Empoderamento através das Artes no âmbito da Violência Emocional" (SEA@VE) initiative aimed to create a foundation for a larger artistic and therapeutic project by merging arts and health. The project facilitated a brainstorming session with Portuguese and Norwegian artists, health professionals, and entities related to emotional violence to better align activities with current objectives and future ambitions.
The project exceeded initial expectations in terms of brainstorming and networking. The theme received significant interest, and volunteer recruitment was more extensive than anticipated. The initiative attracted individuals with diverse and notable backgrounds, showing great interest and willingness to collaborate on future projects. The support from the Oeiras City Council was also highly positive. The pilot project was successful, with a high school requesting its continuation with other student groups. New ideas emerged to integrate other activities developed by the school into the current project. The engagement with Norwegian partners provided valuable insights into their working methods and perspectives, revealing them as capable and interesting collaborators for future initiatives. Overall, the project''s objectives were met and even surpassed, resulting in solid and clear ideas for future interventions and a broad and diverse network of contacts.