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The Impact of the Lisbon Project Summer Art Project
Portugal

The Impact of the Lisbon Project Summer Art Project

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

The Lisbon Project’s Summer Art Project is in full swing, and the impact has been profound, thanks to the generous donation of materials by the Royal Talens Foundation. Last month, a debrief meeting with lead Art Therapist Paola Villanueva and her assistant highlighted the project’s success and outlined the next steps.

Joy and freedom

The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Many children have found joy and freedom in expressing themselves through art, significantly enhanced by the high-quality materials provided by Royal Talens. Over two weeks, art playgroups were held for two hours each, involving 25 children from 11 different nationalities. The attached pictures showcase the children actively engaging with the donated materials.

Joy and freedom

A safe and creative outlet

The Lisbon Project works with migrant and refugee families who often face challenging circumstances. The art sessions have revealed some of the difficult situations these children endure. After eight sessions, it became evident that many of these children have caregivers struggling with economic, social, or adaptive challenges as they integrate into Portuguese society. These challenges can lead to parental burnout, frustration, and even depression.

Recognizing the importance of supporting these children, the Lisbon Project continues to provide a safe and creative outlet for them to express their emotions and experiences through art.

A safe and creative outlet

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The HOPE Foundation’s efforts to support conflict victims
The HOPE Foundation’s efforts to support conflict victims

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The Impact of the Lisbon Project Summer Art Project
The Impact of the Lisbon Project Summer Art Project

The Lisbon Project’s Summer Art Project is in full swing, and the impact has been profound, thanks to the generous donation of materials by the Royal Talens Foundation. Last month, a debrief meeting with lead Art Therapist Paola Villanueva and her assistant highlighted the project’s success and outlined the next steps.

Read more
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