Canvas of Democracy

14 January - 22 January 2027 - Castelletto di Cuggiono (MILANO) - Italy

14 Arrival Day - 22 Departure Day

What was the goal of the project?

Aligned with the Erasmus+ horizontal priority of participation in democratic life, common values, and civic engagement, the project Canvas: Democracy and Art aims to raise awareness about the European Union, highlight unity in diversity, and foster a sense of belonging through interactive workshops, creative sessions, discussion circles, and cultural evenings; by doing so, the initiative empowers young people to better understand democratic processes at local, national, and EU levels while building inclusion, civic responsibility, and intercultural dialogue through the power of art as a medium for social expression and creative activism, ultimately boosting participants' confidence and leadership skills while strengthening long-term cooperation and networking among partner organizations for future European initiatives.

About Us

Associazione Young Effect is a non-profit organization founded in 2009 in Italy dedicated to promoting youth mobility, social inclusion, and non-formal education in areas such as human rights and intercultural dialogue. Using participatory methodologies and European projects (such as Erasmus+), its team of specialists delivers training courses, seminars, and exchanges primarily aimed at young people from small communities with fewer opportunities, while simultaneously boosting local cultural, historical, environmental, and economic development through a strong network of partnerships with artistic, sports, and community organizations.

Project Context: Erasmus+ Training Course 

Name of the Project: Canva Democracy