Once upon a diverse world

<< Objectives >>ONCE UPON fosters the active participation of young people from migrant/diverse backgrounds, empowering them to become activists for the recognition of diversity, promotion of anti-racism and intercultural dialogue, while guaranteeing their emotional wellbeing.It focuses on storytelling, accompanied by art, non-formal education and community ties: powerful tools to break down prejudices and promote integration. It involves youth, youth workers/art-therapists and civil society initiatives.<< Implementation >>FOR YOUTH WORKERS: Creating and promoting a MOOC on fostering active participation among newcomers, and implementing a capacity building exchange. FOR YOUNG ACTIVISTS: Implement a self-discovery process to improve their participation skills, motivate and accompany them in the creation of life-stories and its compilation in a multimedia support. WITH CIVIL SOCIETY: Dissemination through youth-led events where activists share their story, build ties with civic initiatives, and sensitize others<< Results >>Newcomers/ethnically diverse youngsters are better equipped to be active citizens; youth workers are better equipped to promote participation among newcomers; general public is sensitized against racism/intolerance, and ties are created among youngsters and community initiatives.-MOOC for youth workers and transnational exchange-Capacity-building process for 41 young people-15 storytelling products; 1 digital support-Youth-led events that sensitize 150 CSO members.-Communication products