NEW opportunities for adult female victims of violence through art

- The project sought to bring attention to the issue of gender-based violence, creating a platform for discussion and increasing awareness among the broader public. - One of the core objectives wa...

- The project sought to bring attention to the issue of gender-based violence, creating a platform for discussion and increasing awareness among the broader public. - One of the core objectives was to create an inclusive and supportive environment for female victims, who often feel marginalized, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. - Through workshops and high-quality educational materials, the project aimed to develop the skills of participants, helping them gain confidence and new competencies. - The project aimed to provide women survivors with access to high-quality learning materials and workshops to aid in their personal and professional growth. - By working with experienced partners, the project sought to leverage their expertise to deliver impactful results and ensure a high standard of implementation. - The project aimed to highlight the positive impact and opportunities provided by Erasmus+ projects, encouraging more engagement and participation in similar initiatives. - Ultimately, the project aimed to foster a culture of inclusion, acceptance, and non-judgment, helping female survivors feel supported and empowered to share their stories.

1. Project management and coordination 2. Role model videos - The project produced a short series of role model videos featuring two key groups: professionals working with survivors of violence and survivors themselves. These videos highlighted the personal stories of women who overcame violence and rose into leadership roles. The videos were translated into the languages of the partnership, and disseminated using the hashtag #HER_NEWstory to raise awareness and inspire others. 3. Artistic workshops - Artistic workshops were organized in both partner countries, where women participated in creative expression through art. These workshops created a safe space for women to express their personal stories. 4. Compiling The NEW Opportunities Handbook - a comprehensive resource that combines a literature review on gender issues, art therapy, and good practices from each partner country. 5. InfoDays - The project organized InfoDays in each partner country to raise awareness about gender-based violence and the outcomes of the project. Key stakeholders, including professionals, NGOs, and local authorities, participated in discussions and networking sessions.

The project raised awareness on the issue of gender-based violence, particularly focusing on its impact on mental health and the healing potential of art therapy through: - Four inspiring role model videos were produced—two per partner country—featuring stories of professionals working with survivors of violence and survivors who shared their journeys of overcoming violence, with more than 12 000 view it total - The NEW Opportunities Handbook was created, incorporating a literature review on gender issues and art therapy, as well as good practices from each partner country. The handbook served as a resource for professionals working with female survivors of violence, offering guidance on using art therapy to support mental health and healing. It was translated into several languages to ensure accessibility. - Eight artistic workshops were conducted (four per partner country) involving a total of 78 female survivors (34 – Bulgaria, 44 - Greece). - An Artisitic Online Gallery with more than 181 shares was created on the project’s Facebook page to showcase the artwork produced by the survivors during the workshops. - Two InfoDays were organized (one in each partner country), involving over 45 stakeholders(25 – Bulgaria, 20 – Greec