Jungle Unleashed

A music-art workshop program for youth, focusing on self-expression, collaboration, and mental wellbeing.

Goal

Our goal is to empower young people (18-36) through collaborative music and art workshops, fostering self-expression, cultural participation, and personal development. By providing a supportive environment guided by local artists and professionals, we aim to enhance mental wellbeing and build a strong sense of community.

Target audience(s)

young people aged 18-36, including students, amateur artists, and musicians, both with and without mental health challenges. We also aim to engage the general public, cultural, educational, and healthcare institutions through our Connection Events.

Main activities

Kick-off Events: Initial gatherings to introduce participants to the program, meet the facilitators, and learn about the workshops. Workshops: A series of sessions over five weeks focusing on music, songwriting, visual arts, and dance, guided by professional artists and mental health-aware facilitators. Connection Events: Public presentations where participants showcase their work, promoting cultural participation and community awareness. Impact Measurement: Ongoing evaluations to assess the mental wellbeing and artistic development of participants, culminating in a mini-documentary and toolkit for future use.

Team

Charlotte Haesen: Founder of L'Okapi Productions and a versatile artist known for her musical performances. Charlotte leads the project with a focus on mental wellbeing, self-expression, and breaking stigmas through art. Nadine Strang: Director of Stichting Kobranie, bringing expertise in musical education and improvisation. Nadine and her team facilitate workshops to help participants discover their creativity and authenticity. Roshanak Morrowatian: Choreographer and performer, known for her work on themes like identity and connection. Roshanak leads dance workshops, integrating movement and music. Deniece Clermonts: Visual artist with a background in multimedia art. Deniece conducts visual arts workshops, helping participants translate auditory stimuli into visual art forms. Danee Klever: Dance educator with extensive experience in dance and performing arts. Danee contributes to dance and movement workshops, promoting physical expression and collaboration. @ease Maastricht and @ease Heerlen: Provide a safe space for youth to discuss stress and other issues, offering additional support during the workshops. Cultuurmakers Maastricht and De Vrijhaven: Cultural partners providing venues and support for workshops and events. Supporting Organizations: Including Pop in Limburg, Jazz Maastricht, Conservatorium Maastricht, Hogeschool Zuyd, and other local institutions, offering resources and network support.

"Unleash your creative potential and find your voice through the power of music and art."

It is an original quote from the Jungle Unleashed team.

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