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Description
Art Act Disrupt is a project targeting CSO’s in their process for social impact. There is a gap between organizations and the artistic community, something that results in medium to small impact initiatives by the CSOs. Aiming for organizations to evolve their creative capacities, and present artists with opportunities to address their relevance in society. The project will bridge the sectors to advance their skills and therefore their impact through establishing a common framework on public interventions, capacity building, socially engaged initiatives and providing the space for their interaction with the result of promoting active citizenship through grassroot initiatives. YEU Cyprus together with ABR-Alternative Brain Rules by crossing over the gap between the artistic community and CSOs will make an attempt to create a symbiotic relationship with a new methodology of socially artistic practice as the norm.
The project will be separated in 4 phases: Creation of a manual - Training - Public interventions - Conference. We developed a narrative that begins with knowledge gathering and ends with practical implementation, a practice found in the methodology of Research and Development.
Summary of project results
The Art.Act.Disrupt project has successfully completed its journey characterized by many high points, hundreds of participants, dozens of collaborators and relationships built. From its inception, the project closely followed a strategic plan for the implementation, including concrete research and development approach, establishing a strong groundwork for future endeavors. Each phase of the project was carefully structured to ensure a progressive advancement towards reaching the goals and planned outcomes.
Plans actions outlined in the Project Contract Annexes, demonstrating a commitment to strategic execution. Even though the project encountered some challenges and deviations, this experience underscored the importance of flexibility, risk mitigation and proactive problem-solving, leading to overcoming difficulties while remaining on path to address project objectives effectively. Throughout its lifecycle the project team implemented some mitigation measures to address these issues, such as effective communication with funding operators and modification requests (where needed) to adapt to changing circumstances. These efforts ensured the project''s continuity and minimized disruptions to its progress.
The project implemented a series of activities and outputs aimed at increasing citizen participation in civic activities, enhancing awareness of the role of civil society organizations (CSOs), and addressing social and economic disparities. A comprehensive Communication and Dissemination Plan was developed early in the project and served as the foundation for all communication activities, significantly increasing public awareness of the project’s objectives. Research and the development of the Manual of Public Interventions established a methodology for socially engaged art, supported by press releases, media activations, and a high-profile conference, Arts for Social Change, which included an open call for abstracts, panel discussions, roundtables, and networking events.
The project also featured a series of four public interventions, a social media guerrilla campaign, and a general social media campaign, which collectively expanded its reach, raising awareness and promoting dialogue on social and civic issues. Training activities, including sessions on financial project management and capacity-building workshops for CSOs, youth workers, and artists, were conducted in rural areas. These workshops, supplemented by a final networking event, strengthened the capacity of participants to address disparities within their communities effectively.
Networking and collaboration were central to the project, with events facilitating partnerships among diverse stakeholders. These interactions fostered bilateral cooperation, resource sharing, and mutual understanding, laying the groundwork for ongoing efforts to reduce inequalities. Additionally, by promoting civic and human rights education through events like the Arts for Social Change conference and targeted training, the project empowered marginalized groups and advocated for justice and equality.
The dissemination of resources, such as the Manual of Public Interventions (translated into Turkish), documentation from public interventions, and online campaigns, further amplified the project’s impact. The training activities equipped CSOs and informal groups with essential skills, such as financial management, to ensure the successful implementation of future initiatives. The consortium established strong partnerships, creating a support system for continued collaboration and inclusive development efforts.
Overall, the project exceeded its targets, achieving widespread dissemination with over 806,067 accounts reached via social media metrics. This extensive outreach, combined with its activities and outputs, strengthened civic participation, promoted social cohesion, and contributed to reducing disparities while fostering stronger bilateral relations among stakeholders.
The project achieved significant outcomes and impacts, directly benefiting citizens, civil society organizations (CSOs), youth workers, artists, and marginalized groups. The primary outcome was an increase in citizen participation in civic activities, supported by enhanced awareness of the role of CSOs in addressing social and economic disparities. This was achieved through a comprehensive communication and dissemination plan, including social media campaigns, public interventions, and a conference on socially engaged art, which collectively reached over 806,000 accounts.
Key outputs included civic and human rights education and capacity-building initiatives that empowered participants with the knowledge and skills needed to advocate for equality and justice. Activities such as the "Arts for Social Change" conference, training sessions in rural areas, and public interventions promoted dialogue and understanding, addressing systemic inequalities and strengthening bilateral relations among diverse groups. These efforts equipped individuals and organizations to advocate for marginalized communities, fostering collaboration and building a foundation for ongoing civic engagement.
The project also focused on developing the capacity of CSOs and informal groups. Through resources like the "Manual of Public Interventions" (translated into Turkish) and training on financial project management, participants gained practical tools to secure funding and manage projects effectively. This strengthened their ability to address disparities and contribute to inclusive development. Networking events and workshops brought stakeholders together, creating partnerships and a support system for continued cooperation. The consortium’s collaborative approach and widespread dissemination of project outcomes further amplified its impact, leaving a lasting legacy of increased civic participation, strengthened networks, and empowered communities working towards social cohesion and equality.