Amazing People of the World (APOW)

Title of the project/ Program	Amazing People of the World (APOW)
Town/City	Croydon, London, UK
Implementing institution/organization	Refugee Youth (Charity)
Age of target group	15-20 years old
Scope of target group/Group size	30-40 people each week 10-15 leaders at the monthly meetings
Innovative elements	Successful cooperation between charity Refugee Youth and Croydon Youth Services. Project utilizes creative expression to explore the identities of the individuals and the group.
Why is this project considered good practice?	Young people are involved at every stage of the projects, including planning, facilitation and evaluation.
Objectives	Project aims for young people to: learn from each other and our cultures feel proud of themselves & each other and enjoy working together learn what is available for them in the community and not feel isolated develop confidence, social skills, teamwork and leadership
Key activities	animation skills banner making dance discussions film making mask making participatory photography poster designing visual arts
Duration
Expected results	Young refugees feel empowered and they regain self-dignity Barriers and prejudices between people from different communities, backgrounds and generations are broken down
For further reading or information	http://www.refugeeyouth.org/portfolio-items/apow/