Open Street Lab- street-based art forms in youth-centered street work.

PARTICIPANTS PROFILE

Street artists specialized in any form of street art (visual, performative, musical, or physical) who are currently engaged in — or wish to begin—socially oriented or educational work with young people

Youth workers, street workers, and social workers from any type of outreach or community-based program who are using—or want to explore using—street art as a tool for engagement and expression

COMMUNICATIVE LEVEL OF ENGLISH

ABILITY TO WORK/CREATE IN TEAM

DRAFT OF THE PROGRAM

Sessions on the fundamentals of street work

Understanding street work as a tool for connection, empowerment, and social change.

Open discussions and practical activities on the following topics:

• Skills & competences of a street worker
• Compassionate boundaries – balancing support with self-care and professionalism
• Community knowledge – understanding local realities, needs, and cultural codes
• Respect and trust-building – essential for working on the street
• Non-judgmental attitude – meeting people where they are
• Motivation to empower others – not to “save,” but to support growth

Active involvement in a grassroots street art festival. Co-created and organized by local young people, offering real-life space for engagement, visibility, and artistic collaboration.