–Workshops to reread, reinterpret and create alternative stories that challenge gender stereotypes
Through creative experimentation and humor this workshop promotes critical thinking by analysing gender stereotypes and roles depicted in fairy tales and their impact on boys and girls today. For 5º and 6º primary, ESO students, maximum 30 participants.
We also offer talks and workshops to reread and reinterpret fairy-tales from a historical perspective (oral tradition, literary and audiovisual) to recognize gendered narrative discourses and stereotypes that have a limiting impact on identities, interpersonal relationships and opportunities from a Human Rights perspective for bachillerato or university students and adults.
All our workshops are dynamic and incorporate collaborative creative tools. Activity offered in English or Spanish. Duration 1,5-2 hours.
– SDG meme workshop to encourage global engagement
A critical and hands on analysis of Agenda 2030 to encourage participation and active citizenship of youths and adults in promoting the global alliance. Through theory, play, creative experimentation and the use of humor, we will reflect to propose memes that highlight local and global obstacles to Sustainable Human Development while seeking solutions.
For ESO, Bachillerato and adults. Maximum 30 participants. 1.5 hours
– Workshop to think about the accumulation of toys we have at home
Did you know that 90% of toys are made from plastic? And that 80% end up in the trash?
Workshop for students to reflect on the life cycle of toys they have at home, consumerism, trends and advertising and their impact on the planet and people and put into practice responsable consumption and the 3R’s. Methodology includes group discussions, theatre play and creative toy design.
For primary students, maximum 30 participants. 1.5-2 hours
– Collaboative storytelling to promote the planet
Students will think critically about the problems affecting the planet and issues surrounding our model of consumerism. A bit of theory mixed in with brainstorming, storytelling, and artistic and photographic image-play, allowing students’ imaginations to soar as they propose narratives with solutions and actions to stop the environmental degradation. A fun and collaborative workshop that incorporates creative writing and oral expression.
For 5º and 6º primary, ESO and Bachillerato students, maximum 30 participants. 1.5 hours
– The art of challenging gender stereotypes
A workshop to uncover and question stereotypical and sexist displays and the roles of men and women in advertisements, as well as their impact on gendered relationships and society today. Participants will brainstorm and challenge the inequality of representation by creating ‘subvertisments’ that incorporate images, collage, humor, and word play. This workshop involves both comprehension and creative writing.
For ESO and Bachillerato students, maximum 30 participants. 1.5 hours
– The art of challenging consumerism
A workshop that brings to light the direct relationship between marketing and our model of consumerism, along with its impact on the planet and people. After a critical analysis of the messages that advertisements hide, participants are invited to challenge hyper-consumerism using the same publicity techniques of persuasion, word-play, and images to create a ‘subvertisment’. This workshop incorporates comprehension and creative writing.
For ESO and Bachillerato students, maximum 30 participants. 1,5 hours
– Course to promote critical thinking, creativity and public speaking
This course reveals the story as a powerful tool, and the storyteller as an agent of change capable of communicating with and educating others. During the workshops, childrens’ and youths’ voices will be heard as they transmit valuable messages inspired by their life experiences and their concerns about the world around them. An experimental and creative process guided by the storyteller that encourages participants to discover an analytical, collaborative-active method that uses different tools: individual and group work, research and reading, critical thinking, creativity and innovation, fiction and creative non-fiction, crafts, dramatic arts, games, and much more. Each workshop will focus on different themes including fairytales, personal stories, collaborative theatre pieces, craft story starters, and the news, connecting the student with local and global realities. Course offered in English or Spanish.
For 5º and 6º primary, ESO and Bachillerato students, maximum 30 participants per session. The entire course is 20 hours or individual modules can be selected.
– Workshops to inspire people, groups and charitable organizations
Workshop #1 My role in a global world. Flexible workshop adapted to the needs, mission and vision of organizations, schools or companies and the skills and experience of volunteers that integrates the global conceptual framework of Education for Development and Global Citizenship while making visible the concerns and motivations of volunteers in order to empower them as agents of social transformation.
Workshop #2 Creative methods to promote transformation through volunteering. Have you ever noticed how many new words can be formed from the letters “creativity”? Variety, active, crave, react, treat, city, vary, are, eat..Probably not! With this workshop you will discover another way of seeing, doing and generating changes. A practical workshop that explores creativity as a tool to promote solidarity from individual and group processes and teamwork and the co-creation of new ideas and projects. Using the volunteers experience as a starting point we will carry out a series of practical exercises to experiment and play and allow for our creative juices to flow! An ideal workshop that can be replicated and repeated over and over again with other volunteer groups.
Conference to rethink menstruation. Not a sex ed class, it’s a lesson on Human Rights and equality. To break the silence and taboo and build a positive relationship with periods, menstruation is discussed from different points of view: personal dimension, mass media and consumerism, experiences and testimonies from around the globe and the international social movements they inspire.
Questions that will be addressed: Why is there an International Menstrual Hygiene Day? What would happen if men had periods? Why do girls around the world not attend school or drop out because of their periods? What role does publicity and the media play in our concept of menstruation?
Perfect to raise awareness for International Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28) at your school, university or association!
– Workshops and storytelling
Is your school looking for a workshop on a particular theme?
Is your NGO seeking storytelling, workshops, or other activities for Education for Sustainable Development projects or fundraising events?
Do you represent a library or cultural center looking for creative workshops that champion solidarity and education for sustainable development with children and youths?
We listen, we brainstorm, we propose and create together!
