TUA Interviews Pave the Way for New Digital Toolkit for Youth with ASD/DS

We are thrilled to announce another significant milestone for the TUA (The Unexpected Artepreneur) project. Partners from Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and Portugal have successfully conducted a series of interviews with inspiring individuals who are using art and entrepreneurship to drive positive change in their communities.

These interviews featured young people with mental health disabilities who have turned to art for self-expression, artists who have used their craft to amplify their voices, and social entrepreneurs whose work serves as a model for those facing similar challenges.

The purpose of these interviews was to gather impactful stories, case studies, inspirational quotes, and best practices. These insights will be showcased in the upcoming TUA Digital Toolkit, a resource specifically designed for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Down Syndrome (DS). The toolkit will offer essential guidance on using art and social entrepreneurship as powerful avenues for self-expression and social change.

The TUA Digital Toolkit will be an interactive, accessible resource aimed at empowering young people to channel their creativity into meaningful action. It will consist of three practical guides:

• Guide 1: How to Become an Artist?
• Guide 2: How to Express My Thoughts Through Art?
• Guide 3: How to Become an Artrepreneur?

By combining art with social entrepreneurship, the toolkit will equip young individuals with the tools they need to become agents of change in their communities. Stay tuned for the release of this transformative resource by visiting the project’s website!