Objective 3.1: Harmonious neighbourly relations through cooperation

Caravan of Solidarity: Intergenerational Journey for Older People Rights

CARAVAN project aims to promote cross-border cooperation between Serbia and Hungary through the
arts to address ageism and older people's socio-economic challenges. Through participatory
theatre methods, the initiative aims to highlight the individual challenges of ageing, stereotypes
related to ageing and the specificities of policies targeting older people. The project aims to raise
awareness among citizens and policy-makers to demonstrate older people's social perception and
living conditions.

Basic Data:

Akronim: CARAVAN

Naziv projekta: Caravan of Solidarity: Intergenerational Journey for Older People Rights

Identifikacioni broj projekta: HUSRB/23R/31/064

Ukupan budžet projekta: EUR 284 136.60

Iznos sredstava Evropske unije (IPA): EUR 241 516.11

Početak projekta: 01 септембар 2024

Kraj projekta: 30 април 2026

Vodeći korisnik: Pinceszínház Közhasznú Nonprofit Művészeti Kft. (HU)

Ostali Partneri: 

P1: Ustanova za kulturu I obrazovanje Kulturni centar “Mladost” Futog (RS)

Contact:

Email: vintagetheatrens@gmail.com

 
Project Description:

CARAVAN project is a  cross-border initiative between Hungary and Serbia, that aims to address ageism and socio-economic challenges faced by older populations through participatory theatre and artistic activism. The project encompasses multiple dimensions, including research on ageism that will result in policy recommendations, applied theatre performances in various locations, and public engagement through flash mobs and video animations. These activities are designed to reach diverse audiences and create meaningful dialogue between generations. 
By combining artistic expression with policy advocacy, the project aims to create lasting impact while promoting EU values of equality and human rights. This comprehensive approach ensures that the initiative addresses both immediate community needs and long-term societal changes regarding attitudes toward aging and intergenerational relationships.

(Expected) Results:

- Formation of intergenerational groups that will engage in dialogues and activities centred
around the challenges the older population faces. (1 in Hungary and 1 in Serbia)
- Creation of 2 short video animations
- Premiere of 2 interactive theatre performances in Futog, Serbia and Szeged, Hungary
- 2 flash mob actions in public places (one in Serbia, the other in Hungary) recorded and
distributed online
- 'Caravan' in Serbia and Hungary, showcasing the lived experiences and challenges of the
older population (5 additional performances in different venues, both in Serbia and Hungary, 10 in
total)
- Both performances will be performed in both festivals both in Szeged and Futog (4 in total)
- Policy recommendations document
- An opening and a closing conference