Artivism

Are you someone who believes in the power of creativity to transform the world around you? Do you feel inspired when a mural tells a story, when street performances light up public spaces, or when art becomes a voice for those who often go unheard? This summer, we invite you to bring that passion to Sant Joan Despí, where art meets activism in a Youth Exchange you won’t forget.

From the 30th of June to the 7th of July, 40 young people and youth leaders from Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, the Czech Republic, and Spain will come together to explore how urban art can become a tool for social transformation. This isn’t just about making art—it’s about making change. Throughout the exchange, we’ll dive deep into the world of graffiti, murals, installations, and performances—not just as creative expressions, but as vehicles for solidarity, inclusion, and political awareness.

magine walking the streets and seeing the walls around you come alive—not just with color, but with messages of hope, resistance, and community. In Sant Joan Despí, public spaces will become our canvases, and our voices will echo through them. As we create, we’ll be reclaiming those spaces, challenging stereotypes, and inviting the local community to be part of something bigger than a brushstroke or a spray of paint.

This exchange is built on collaboration. Side by side with local youth and artists, you’ll be shaping stories that reflect both shared and unique realities. Through meaningful conversations, artistic exploration, and cultural exchange, we’ll forge connections that reach far beyond borders. You’ll meet peers from different backgrounds, discover new ways of thinking, and gain skills that empower you to launch your own urban art initiatives once you return home.

Whether you’ve already filled walls with your artwork or you’re just beginning to discover the power of your creativity, this is your opportunity to be seen, heard, and part of a movement that believes in the power of young people to spark change. Together, we’ll turn ideas into actions and actions into impact—one brush, one word, one mural at a time.

So, if you’re ready to connect with others, to create boldly, and to lead with heart—this is your moment. Let’s make our streets speak, our voices rise, and our communities come alive through the art we create together.

Objectives

To promote the active participation of young people in social issues and community initiatives through the medium of urban art.

To support participants in discovering their personal values and attitudes toward social issues and urban art, inspiring them to pursue further studies and actions aligned with these principles. 

To inform young people about opportunities for artistic expression and community engagement throughout Europe.

To promote the active participation of young people in social issues and community initiatives through the medium of urban art.

To support participants in discovering their personal values and attitudes toward social issues and urban art, inspiring them to pursue further studies and actions aligned with these principles. 

To inform young people about opportunities for artistic expression and community engagement throughout Europe.