The project “Filmreakter Youth Workshops” offers young people aged 16 to 20 from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds a unique opportunity to dive into the world of cinema by co-creating a short film. Through a pedagogical and immersive approach, this program allows them to explore all the stages of filmmaking, from writing the script to the final editing. Guided by professionals in the field, the participants develop their skills while benefiting from a space for free and creative expression.

Filmreakter prioritizes an approach where young people are fully involved in the creative process by applying the three key principles of free experimentation, collaborative work, and supportive guidance.

In a context where access to the film industry is sometimes limited to certain backgrounds, “Filmreakter Youth Workshops” aims to reduce these inequalities and promote diversity in the audiovisual landscape.

“Infra” is an educational project led by Le Ballet Populaire asbl and directed by dancer and choreographer Brian Ca. It explores the perception of the body in various contexts, questioning its constraints and freedoms.

Through educational activities linked to artistic creation, “Infra” invites secondary school students (aged 12-19) to discover a unique creative process and enhance their artistic expression. The project takes place in partner schools, including Lycée Nic-Biever de Dudelange Annexe Alliance, Bouneweger Lycée, and the National School for Adults.

“Infra” is an immersive experience that encourages reflection on movement and the interaction between the body and its environment. It features the participation of renowned artists, including Brian Ca (dance, choreography) and Ivan Pavlov (composer, musician).

The project “L C Danser – Warriors 360°” is an educational, cultural, and participatory initiative of the Lycée Classique de Diekirch, aimed at students from various educational backgrounds, with particular attention to students from technical education and Clija classes. By combining contemporary dance and hip-hop with martial arts and physical expression, this project promotes social inclusion, well-being, and personal development for the participants.

Building on the success of the “L C Danser – Au rythme des couleurs” project, supported by the Sommer Foundation in 2023-2024, “Warriors 360°” capitalizes on the positive impact of dance at the LCD revealed by this first experience. This new edition enriches the project by incorporating martial arts, offering students the opportunity to push their limits, explore new forms of expression, and boost their self-confidence. Through the involvement of external artists, the students participate in all stages of the creative process, becoming active participants in their own artistic expression.

Through the project “Sustainable art as a bridge for social integration in Luxembourg,” the non-profit organization ARK uses art as a means of inclusion and empowerment. By providing children and families in vulnerable situations, including refugees, with access to art workshops inspired by sustainable techniques, this project promotes their social and cultural integration.

During the 2024/2025 school year, thanks to multilingual teaching and creative activities, participants build self-confidence, learn French, and benefit from a safe and supportive space for self-expression. Currently, 23 young people are enrolled in the program. While “Express Yourself Through Art and a Sustainable Lifestyle” was the motto of the first semester, the second focuses on “Famous Artists from Around the World Using Sustainable Materials and Techniques.”

The exhibitions and events organized each semester strengthen community bonds and raise awareness of the importance of a sustainable lifestyle.

The project “Paths to Perception”, led by the associations Antropical asbl and Our Common Future asbl, is inspired by bibliotherapy. It offers young people seeking answers to specific questions cultural resources aimed at improving their well-being and developing their skills. The goal is to encourage young people’s engagement with various forms of art while providing them with a space for reflection, discussion, and creation.

Through workshops organized in cultural centers or schools, a theme, chosen in advance by a team of artists, is proposed for discussion. For this, a selection of diverse works – such as short films, short stories, poems, paintings, photographs, songs, as well as excerpts from longer works – is presented and discussed with the participants. The chosen works aim to provide rich, diverse, and thought-provoking perspectives. Questions and activities will be prepared to stimulate reflection, and the discussion will be moderated to foster genuine interaction.

The goals of the project are to encourage engagement with and the appreciation of various forms of art among young people, to propose an innovative model of cultural and artistic education, and to strengthen the involvement of artists. “Paths to Perception” offers artists the opportunity to reflect on how their work can address real-world issues and contribute to the personal development of participants.

As part of this project, the association Inter Actions organized workshops with children from three of its “maison relais” in Luxembourg (Haus vun de Kanner, Pinocchio, Laladudo). The goal was to address the issue of homelessness with them and to enable artistic expression through collages or panels. Drawing inspiration from their own observations of the phenomenon, particularly visible in certain neighborhoods of Luxembourg and Esch, the children created compositions illustrating their reflections on homeless people. The children’s creations were exhibited during a vernissage on December 10, 2024, in the glass hall of the Luxembourg train station, in the presence of the children and educators.

This educational project was part of the “Who’s Next” exhibition program, organized for the 45th anniversary of Inter-actions asbl, aiming to provide a more global and nuanced perspective on the phenomenon of homelessness.

This project, combining an artist residency, workshops, and innovative cultural mediation, is a vibrant initiative of art and empowerment led by Escher Jugendhaus and visual artist Peggy Dihé. Over several months, the program invites young people to explore their creativity through art workshops, podcasts, and video production, fostering personal expression and well-being. By collaborating on interactive murals and media productions, participants gain skills that enhance their confidence and sense of teamwork.

“Wat mëss de?” is a project by Jugendtreff Norden (Elisabeth jeunesse/Anne asbl) and Hariko Ettelbrück that highlights the concept of living together within youth structures. Aimed at young people aged 12 to 26, the project offers creative workshops focused on visual arts, such as photography, collage, and stop-motion video. These workshops enable participants to express their perspectives on daily life and social relationships while challenging stereotypes and clichés about youth structures.

The project’s highlight is an interactive and mobile exhibition created with the support of professional artists. This exhibition is designed to travel to different municipalities and cultural institutions. The initiative aims to give young people a voice, promote creativity, and raise public awareness about the importance of living together.

The project “Diversity in Stories and Songs: A Creative Journey with Children” aims to raise awareness among children aged 6 to 12 about the theme of diversity through the collaborative creation of a book and a song, alongside singer George Philippart and author Monique Philippart. This book will include three short stories developed during workshops in which the children will actively participate in crafting the narratives and creating the illustrations. In parallel, they will contribute to writing the lyrics of a song, which will then be recorded in a studio.

In a context where issues such as discrimination, stereotypes, and social inequalities are ever-present, this project seeks to encourage children to recognize and appreciate differences in a positive way. It promotes the understanding of concepts such as empathy, respect, and acceptance of others while providing them with a creative framework to express these values.