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.

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 Circus1 Day ago
🎪✨ World Circus Day is just around the corner.

In Youth and Social Circus, young people gather in shared spaces where trust is built on shoulders, creativity grows through risk, and difference is welcomed into the circle.

These spaces replace performance pressure with movement, play, and mutual support. Each activity—whether acrobatics, juggling, or clowning—becomes a way to relate, explore, and reshape relationships.

Follow along as we highlight the powerful ways circus connects and transforms.

Credits:
Photo 1: ©Sarah Bédard Cirque Hors Piste
Photo 2: ©Alexander Schulz-Falkenhain Coraggio - Die Kulturanstifter e.V.
Photo 3: Seoul Street Arts Creation Center 서울거리예술창작센터 Seoul Street Arts Creation Center

#WorldCircusDay #YouthAndSocialCircus #SocialCircus #CreativeYouthWork #CircusCommunity
Caravan Circus
Caravan Circus2 days ago
📣 Job Opportunity with Circusful ! 🎪✨

Our Members Circusful are hiring! They’re on the lookout for a passionate and organised Team Administrator to join their dynamic crew in Belfast.

If you love the arts, value inclusivity, and want to be part of a team bringing circus magic to communities — this could be the perfect role for you!

📝 All details and how to apply are in the original post below 👇
📍 Don’t wait too long — applications are open now!

#CircusJobs #JoinTheCircus #Circusful #TeamAdministrator #CaravanNetwork #ArtsJobs
Caravan Circus
Caravan Circus2 days ago
At Caravan, our dedication to the youth and circus sector is guided by our 2021-2025 strategy, built on four key pillars: Community, Expert, Catalyst, and Advocate. ✨​

🤝 Community
We foster a community that builds capacity, solidarity, and mutual support, bringing together individuals to share strengths and grow as one.​

👉 How do you contribute to building a strong community? Tag someone who inspires unity!

#CircusCommunity #StrongerTogether #CapacityBuilding

Email info@caravancircusnetwork.eu
Phone +32 (0)4 92 12 71 71

 

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