International Youth and Social Circus Network

Circus Transformation in Action

Based on five years of EU-funded research, working with two universities and eight Caravan members, Circus Trans Formation In Action (CTF) provides ongoing training in social circus. Our trainers take four learning modules at four different international circus schools, joining circus trainers from across the world.

Through exercises, group discussions and the guidebook, they share experiences and learn from some of the most experienced trainers at the hosting schools. The goal is to equip the trainers with confidence, new perspectives and methods for training within the social circus field.

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Research on youth and social circus pedagogy –

An innovative and inclusive education for Europe.

What About Youth (WAY)

The Caravan WAY is a group of 10 young representatives from our member organisations, who are the pioneers and voices of the young communities from accross our network.

Their objectives are to amplify the voices of the young people in their respective communities, and help determine the future direction of the network.

Circus as an Intercultural Encounter

We are thrilled to share the final results of the CIE, an initiative aimed at promoting intercultural dialogue and fostering knowledge and acceptance of diversity in society.

Our efforts focused on developing and disseminating a training program featuring innovative skills and practices essential for effective anti-racism and social inclusion interventions. This program is particularly designed to address the needs of refugee communities, asylum seekers, and new migrant youth, helping to create a more inclusive and understanding society.

Check out our 2024 Annual Report!

OUR Current PROJECTS

What About Youth ? (W.A.Y)

What About Youth ? (W.A.Y)

For many years Caravan has been talking about having youth leadership and empowerment at the head of our strategy. Thanks to the development of the ‘Youth Advisory Group’ in 2021, we were able to make that dream a reality, and implement a strong youth lead approach...

Circus Transformation Advanced

Circus Transformation Advanced

To read the final report, with all of the findings from the CTF Advanced project, click the photo below!CTF Advanced is a 2.5 year project led by Sorin Sirkus with the objectives to: form a network (both local and European) of youth circuses, social circus trainers,...

European Solidarity Corps

European Solidarity Corps

Caravan has a network of exchange for volunteers within Europe, to support the mobility of young people in circus. By getting involved in the real-life activities of our youth and social circus schools, young people are able to boost their competencies, increase their...

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Caravan Circus

Caravan is an international Youth and Social Circus network that consists of 36 circus schools from across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and America, and advocates for the positive impact of youth and social circus. The network was established in 2008 by 7 European circus schools with a common goal to use social circus as an educational tool and to dedicate this work to groups from disadvantaged backgrounds with specific needs.
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Caravan Circus7 days ago
🌍 Meet the W.A.Y ✨
The W.A.Y (What About Youth?) is a group of 10 young changemakers from across our network, driving youth empowerment and leadership at the heart of Caravan’s mission.

🎪 Dorothea Hofmeisterová represents the Czech Republic through CIRQUEON:
"I'm a student, illustrator, and beginning teacher at CIRQUEON.
Why do I love circus? Because circus is friends, movement, body, effort, art, fun, creativity, language, freedom, way. You can do it anywhere. It inspires me in my drawings."

From creator to teacher in the making, Dorothea embodies the spirit of youth leadership through circus. 💪🌟

#YouthLeadership #SocialCircus #CaravanWAY #CircusForChange #CircusEducation #YouthEmpowerment #WomenInCircus #YoungLeaders #ArtsForChange #CircusCommunity #InclusiveLeadership #WeAreYouth #YouthVoices #CzechCircus #CIRQUEON
Caravan Circus
Caravan Circus1 week ago
🌍 Meet the W.A.Y ✨
The W.A.Y (What About Youth?) is a group of 10 young changemakers from across our network, driving youth empowerment and leadership at the heart of Caravan’s mission.
🎪 Giulia Corvi represents Italy through AltroCirco:
"I combine circus with my pedagogical background, working as a social circus trainer with children and youth. I see circus as a space where we can explore, expand, and reimagine the physical and imaginary landscapes of our daily lives. I love it because it pushes me to confront my limits and fears, knowing I’m never alone but always supported by a collective."

From learner to social circus operator, they embody the spirit of youth leadership through circus. 💪🌟

#YouthLeadership #SocialCircus #CaravanWAY #CircusForChange #CircusEducation #YouthEmpowerment #YoungLeaders #ArtsForChange #CircusCommunity #InclusiveLeadership #WeAreYouth #YouthVoices #ItalyCircus
Caravan Circus
Caravan Circus1 week ago
🌍 Meet the W.A.Y ✨
The W.A.Y (What About Youth?) is a group of 10 young changemakers from across our network, driving youth empowerment and leadership at the heart of Caravan’s mission.

🎪 Julian Cottenie represents Belgium through Circusplaneet:
"I'm a bit of a jack of all trades—I organise social circus events and classes, teach juggling, balance, and youth courses, and perform at Circusplaneet events. With circus glasses on, the world shows many more colours. It connects people, creates community, amazes, and never judges. There’s a place for everyone."

From performer to organiser and teacher, Julian embodies the spirit of youth leadership through circus. 💪🌟

#YouthLeadership #SocialCircus #CaravanWAY #CircusForChange #CircusEducation #YouthEmpowerment #YoungLeaders #ArtsForChange #CircusCommunity #InclusiveLeadership #WeAreYouth #YouthVoices #BelgiumCircus #Circusplaneet

Email info@caravancircusnetwork.eu
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