Music in YOU

Music empowering youth

Music in YOU empowers youth workers to use music as a tool for social inclusion, creative self-expression, and intercultural dialogue among youth.

By connecting young people through shared musical experiences, the project fosters empathy, mutual understanding, active citizenship, and a strong sense of community, while highlighting the unifying power of creativity across cultures and backgrounds.

Voices Rising for Inclusion

• Music in YOU project is building the capacity and resources of youth workers to work with the language of music.
• 18 youth workers from 6 countries participate in an intensive training to learn and exchange non-formal education methods using music.
• In each country, young people form local music groups to explore themes of inclusion and civic issues and co-create music.
• These local youth groups come together in a transnational exchange at the Spanish Coslada Street Music Festival.
• Local stage events and online campaigns are organized to spread the messages created by the youth groups.
• Six public events are held to promote project outcomes and strengthen cross-sector collaboration.

Outcomes of the Music in YOU Project

• A video documentary serving as a practical guide for youth workers.
• A backstage diary capturing personal stories, best practices, and real-life examples.
• Six original music performances co-created and presented by local youth groups.
• Local and international events showcasing project results and encouraging replication.
• A social media campaign to amplify youth voices.
• Strengthened competences of youth workers in applying inclusive and creative methods using music.