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Project/initiative|Canada|National

Breaking the barriers of social isolation

Project title

Breaking the barriers of social isolation

Description of initiative

The MMFA’s art therapy program offers creative workshops aimed at ending the isolation of teenagers and young adults living with speech disorders or sensory impairments, such as dysphasia, deafness and auditory processing disorders (APD). Led by an art therapist and IRD staff, such social and cultural activities are intended to facilitate the development of young people’s communication skills, boost their self-esteem and foster socialization.

Further information on the initiative

Themes: Culture and...

Individual well-being
Community well-being
Mental health
Quality of social relations

Keywords

creative workshops, art therapy, isolation, social skills, personal development, museum

Target group

Youth

Cultural field

Other | Visual arts

Timeframe

2009 - present

Results, benefits, impact and lessons learnt

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Organizer(s)

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Canada
Private / Business | Culture

Partner(s)

The Rossy Foundation
Germany
NGO / Non-profit | Other