Europe
MAKING AN IMPACT THROUGH STREET ART: STAR 2.0 
November 2024

Globalization has widened the gap between rich and poor, and recent challenges such as climate change, pandemics, and rising inflation have exacerbated this divide. Inequality is at a historic high, leading to poverty, poor health, and limited access to education. In this context, social inclusion is more critical than ever to create a society where everyone, regardless of their background, has access to the resources they need.

Through the STAR 2.0 project, we harness the power of street art to connect and empower marginalized youth, giving them opportunities to express themselves within their communities and beyond. More

Europe
THE EVOLUTION OF STAR :
FROM SOCIAL INCLUSION TO EMPOWERMENT THROUGH STREET ART
November 2024

The initial STAR (STreet ARt) initiative was a two-year, EU-funded project conducted between 2019 and 2022, focusing on promoting social inclusion through street art across 14 European countries, including the Netherlands. Organized by ALDA and the Municipality of Arguinano (Italy), the project used street art to revitalize neglected urban spaces and actively engage young people. Through international events in Italy, Portugal, Kosovo, and the Netherlands, the STAR program demonstrated that street art is a powerful tool for fostering social inclusion. More