The Source at Järvaveckan

Within the framework of the 2025 Signatur Programme, the Source was granted support to participate as a programme partner in Järvaveckan’s Kulturbron (‘Cultural Bridge’) 11-14 June 2025, thereby giving young people the opportunity to explore different cultural expressions through activities and stage programmes.

 

Strength in difference and diversity

Kulturbron aimed to promote inclusion and integration and give everyone the same opportunity to participate in cultural activities. Järvaveckan highlights current societal challenges and works to promote inclusion and integration in a society where differences and diversity are recognised as strengths. The Source’s participation in Kulturbron provided the organisation with an opportunity to reach out and make impact.

Through Järvaveckan’s Kulturbron, The Source wanted to inspire young people to appreciate and engage in different art forms, promote cultural diversity and contribute to social change.

Järvaveckan attracted over 40 000 visitors in 2025, many of whom were expected to actively participate in Järvaveckan’s Kulturbron. The Source expected around a thousand young people to visit the project’s tent, and several hundred young visitors to be inspired by different cultural expressions and participate in project activities.

 

Engaging Activity Programmes

By offering the opportunity to explore new skills, The Source aims to shape a creative and conscious generation. The activities offered at Järvaveckan were designed to inspire and engage. Traditional cultural expressions were combined with modern trends to create an attractive platform for self-expression and community.

Participants  had the opportunity to take part in interactive workshops in music, dance, theatre and art. Under the guidance of experienced instructors and creative role models, they could try out new techniques, express emotions and create their own works of art. Through topical expressions and popular and inspiring role models the project reached specific groups and created a motivating atmosphere for young people.

• On a stage for young talents, participants performed and showcased their skills, giving them a chance to be recognised and receive feedback from both the audience and experienced performers.
• Panel discussions and lectures allowed participants to ask questions and share their experiences in a context that stimulated discussions on the importance of culture, inclusion, identity and creativity.
• Innovative technological initiatives such as virtual reality and interactive installations were integrated to create modern and engaging experiences that capture the interest of young people.
• At Stora Kulturscenen (“The Major Culture Stage”) there were performances by artists, dance and theatre groups representing a diversity of cultural expressions.

Activities also included a fashion show, graffiti wall, henna painting, face painting, open mics, talent contest and a big closing party with several DJs and a silent disco.

The Source believes in the power of collaboration and that different perspectives lead to a richer end result. A variety of cultural actors were invited to contribute to the programme.

The target groups included children and young people, families in the Järva area, cultural actors and decision-makers. Through targeted initiatives, the project expects to have contributed to increased participation, cultural diversity, talent development and strengthening young people’s self-esteem. The Source wishes to create long-term collaborations and strives to continue to engage participants after the duration of Järvaveckan.

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