Differences Challenge Assumptions

2026-07-22

The main goal of the project is to increase the capacity of the youth work sector to analyse, challenge and shift negative biases about diversity (in an intersectional manner), in mainstream narratives and cultural paradigms. Specific Objectives: 1. To introduce and promote, in the youth work field evidence-based, innovative and provocative tools to challenge negative narratives and paradigms 2. To create a network of 21 Intersectionality Experts competent to challenge the negative narratives around diversity in their societies. 3. To increase the level of sensitivity to diversity among 4900 young people in 7 countries. The general structure of the project is 1) Kick-Off Meeting 2) Training – Diversity and Intersectionality - mainstream narratives and cultural paradigms 3) How is diversity reflected in our countries? What is the state of art? - Each partner will conduct a research in which media content, educational curriculum, and administrative procedures will be analysed through intersectional perspective. The conclusions and recommendations from this research will be used in the second part of the project 4) Training – Offline and Online Tools for shifting narratives and increasing the sensitivity to diversity – how to change it? 5) Local activities – testing methods (face to face and online): Each partner will design and implement learning activities (using the tools developed in the consortium) for at least 4900 young people. 6) Finalising the resources produced in the project - The final research report with comprehensive recommendations relevant for the field - A tool kit with practical tools and examples that can be used by other practitioners. 7) Evaluation Meeting 8) Dissemination Activities of the project results (local and online)

Portugal

2025-10-15