Credit: No More War-collective

Welcome to "Narratives that unite"!

When: 7.-14. september
Where: Lakselv, Finnmark

This exchange program is organized by No More War-collective, Wanas-collective, March and Garmeres, and invites participants from Lebanon, Jordan and Sápmi (Norway).

For one week, we will gather in an international group to share, discuss, and deconstruct narratives, colonial systems, and indigeneity from a youth, anti-colonial, and indigenous perspective. Through storytelling and political education, we want to create a space of empowerment for young people affected by and wanting to get active against colonial violence.

This project is a collaboration where we seek to foster knowledge and solidarity across national borders, highlighting the value of international spaces for community-building and activism. We invite participants to be a part of a process of understanding the impact of colonialism - not only in our everdyday lives, but also through a broader historical perspective.

Information about application:

• Participants invited to apply:

• • Youth (18-30 years) able to communicate in English
  • Committed and motivated to participate fully through the program
  • Dedicated to organizing follow-up action of groups after ended program
  • Living in Lebanon, Jordan or Sápmi on the Norwegian side (and has connections to Sámi and/or other indigenous group)
  • Applicants with background in youth work, activism etc. are welcome, but this is not mandatory
• Group leaders invited to apply:
• • 18 years and up, able to communicate in English
  • Experience with non-formal learning, and committed to participate thoughout the whole program
  • Able to lead and support their group in preparing for the youth exchange, guide participants in integrating the knowledge to their everyday life, and organizing the follow-up action
  • Living in Lebanon, Jordan or Sápmi on the Norwegian side
• Travel costs, food and accommodations during the training will be covered/reimbursed

Find more information on the exchange program and application HERE!

Best regards, the board of Garmeres