Foundation Fosters Cross-Cultural Learning, Development

A group, Street Project Foundation (SPF), has stated its commitment to promoting cross-cultural learning and development through creative arts and advocacy.

The Foundation stated this during its second edition of the Youth Legislative Theatre Lab, in collaboration with Demo.Reset, a programme by Extituto, Colombia, held in Lagos State.

The gathering empowered young voices and fostered a dynamic cross-cultural exchange, reinforcing SPF’s mission of using creative expression as a catalyst for social change.

The founder of SPF, Rita Ezenwa-Okoro said, “our goal is to create spaces where young people can discover the power of their collective voices, and understand the role diplomacy plays in becoming effective communicators for change.”

She noted that, “strengthening their capacity for public speaking, advocacy, and movement building prepares them for learning about the implementation of legislative theatre.”

The momentum intensified with sessions on Advocacy and Movement Building, led by SPF’s COO, Mrs. Eduvielawhe Olutimayin, and Community Engagement and Media Officer, Mr. James Okewu.

Participants stepped into the roles of community leaders and activists, navigating real-life scenarios designed to challenge their problem-solving skills. Their voices rose in passionate debates, embodying the spirit of civic engagement.

Reflecting on the experience, the COO of SPF, Eduvielawhe Olutimayin, said, “We created a vibrant learning environment using Nigeria’s present realities to simulate scenarios. The Lab’s success lay in transforming traditional learning into an engaging, hands-on experience, proving that education can be both fun and life-changing.”

Expert of Legislative Theatre in residency, Dr. Oluchi Igili added that “using Jenga as a metaphor helped participants visualize how fragile governance structures can be without inclusivity.”