MISSION
Twoplustwo has been home to many various initiatives over the years – mainly focused on youth work and youth empowerment, self-development, mobility activities, training courses and youth exchanges, support for the inclusion of migrants, community-building, volunteering programs and much more. Since 2009, we have been able to host events and provide opportunities for young people within the wide spectrum of the creative field and cultural industries.
We have always focused our attention on marginalized areas such as peripheries and suburbs, looking at them as blank canvas to be filled in with new initiatives and projects addressing the ever-emerging needs of young people. As we go through, it is important for us to become a reference point for young generations and reinforce the social circles around them.
Our aim is to make young people aware of their potential and give space to the exploration of one’s abilities and skills. Over the years, we have contributed to the creation of international networks supporting capacity-building activities with European and also third country partners.
What tools are available to engage and build a community? How can arts and education tackle the issues of cultural and educational poverty of the area? To us these are pressing issues that must be addressed and that’s what we are doing.
Previous experiences encouraged towards seeking new collaborations and innovative approaches as we believe the merging of experiences can be beneficial for our own growth and, most importantly, resulting into a meaningful impact on individuals, groups and communities.
FOUNDING VALUES
Voluntary Participation
E.T.S. Twoplustwo operates through an informal educational approach, recognizing that youth work is based on the voluntary participation of young individuals. They actively and constructively engage in the organization's activities, contributing their ideas, knowledge, and personal experiences.
Volunteer Culture
The organization is committed to spreading the culture of volunteering and its values. It works to create opportunities for volunteers to actively contribute to the organization's growth, developing skills that benefit other young people and the community.
Relationships
E.T.S. Twoplustwo builds and nurtures trust-based relationships with young individuals, staff, and partners. Relationships form a fundamental basis for our approach to working with young individuals and require time and space to develop. Without positive relationships, young individuals won't be engaged and won't seize opportunities to participate actively or realize their potential.
Creativity and Talent
In the age of technology and virtuality, we strongly believe that creative thinking remains essential if we intend to consistently develop original and innovative concepts. Creativity is a fundamental skill needed for success in today's hyper-competitive and fast-paced world. The world is changing faster than ever, and the speed of innovation, technological advancements, and global competition has created unprecedented expectations from the modern workforce.
Inclusion and Diversity
All the organization's opportunities are directed towards young individuals, volunteers, and staff who wish to be involved in the organization's activities. The approach to working with young individuals takes into account social, economic, educational, cultural, and geographical barriers (e.g., suburbs and rural areas).
Vision
Team
Un gruppo di menti visionarie, membri abili e critici della società. Siamo affascinati dalla creatività e dalla riflessione artistica, crediamo nell’apprendimento a lungo termine e siamo consapevoli che la nostra vita non entra in un curriculum. Commettiamo errori e ricerchiamo soluzioni.