Live Room’s Kids Day Fun Day Brings Young People Together

On May 2nd, Live Room organized a special Kids Day Fun Day event, bringing together 40 children aged 11 to 14 from the three public schools participating in the Solidarity and Volunteering Program that our association is offering for the second year to the neighbouring public primary schools with the support of the ministery of education and the American Language Center. More than just a recreational gathering, the event served as a practical learning experience for both the children and the young volunteers who make the program possible.

Participants were divided into five mixed teams, intentionally combining children from different schools to encourage interaction, cooperation, and new friendships. Throughout the day, the groups took part in a series of team-building games, creative challenges, and collaborative activities designed to foster teamwork, communication, self-expression, and healthy competition.

The atmosphere was energetic and inclusive, with children quickly overcoming school boundaries and working together toward shared goals. Through play, creativity, and friendly challenges, participants developed social skills, confidence, and a stronger sense of belonging to a wider community of young learners.

The event also represented a significant milestone for the program’s volunteer coaches. Ten young volunteers assumed full responsibility for the design and implementation of the day’s activities, from brainstorming concepts and preparing materials to coordinating logistics and facilitating each challenge. Their ability to manage the event demonstrated the practical impact of the continuous training they receive throughout the year in leadership, facilitation, pedagogy, teamwork, and youth engagement.

Kids Day Fun Day is part of the broader Live Room Volunteering Program, a youth-driven initiative launched in Tangier to strengthen community engagement while preparing young Moroccans for professional and international opportunities. Through the Solidarity Club, volunteers deliver free artistic and cultural workshops in public schools across the city, combining community service with personal development and international mobility opportunities.

Beyond its immediate educational value, the event also served as a preparation exercise for the third edition of Art & Tech Week, which will take place in mid-June. By giving volunteers the opportunity to independently design and manage a large-scale activity involving dozens of participants, the event provided valuable hands-on experience that will contribute to the success of future initiatives.

The success of Kids Day Fun Day illustrates the core philosophy of the program: learning through action. By empowering young volunteers to take responsibility and create meaningful experiences for younger participants, Live Room continues to nurture a new generation of active, skilled, and community-minded leaders capable of driving positive change in Tangier and beyond.

On April 19, 2026, Live Room brought together street art and extreme sports for a vibrant day of creativity, expression, and collective energy in Tangier. Titled Street Art Meets Xtreme Sport, the event marked the beginning of the spring street art season and created a dynamic meeting point for young people involved in Tangier’s growing urban culture scene.

As spring offers the perfect setting to return to outdoor artistic practice, Live Room launched the season with a collective graffiti mural led by members of its Graffiti Club. Designed as a practical outdoor session, the mural gave participants the chance to apply the techniques and skills they have developed during previous workshops while working together in a real public setting. Beyond the artistic exercise, the activity also aimed to strengthen group bonds, encourage collaboration, and reinforce a shared sense of identity among the young artists.

To expand the experience beyond visual art, Live Room used this opportunity to gather youth from across Tangier’s urban movement in a single event. Following the mural session, participants and guests came together at LABO for a screening and discussion dedicated to extreme sports culture in Morocco.

Organized in partnership with Blades Collectif, representing roller sports, and Tanja Sport Club, representing skateboarding, the evening program explored the relationship between urban creativity and movement through a series of short films on rollerblading and skateboarding in Morocco. The screenings highlighted the talent, resilience, and passion of local riders while offering a broader perspective on the development of these disciplines in the country.

The films opened the door to a lively and constructive discussion about the future of extreme sports in Tangier. Participants exchanged ideas on the challenges facing the local scene, the lack of safe and dedicated spaces for practice, and the urgent need for stronger support for urban sports. One of the central topics of the debate was the long-awaited opening of a skatepark in Tangier—an issue that resonated strongly with the audience and mobilized collective action. During the event, more than 200 signatures were collected in support of opening a skatepark for the city’s youth.

Street Art Meets Xtreme Sport was more than a one-day event—it was a celebration of youth culture, creative freedom, and collective advocacy. By connecting graffiti, skateboarding, and roller sports in one shared space, the event reflected the strength and diversity of Tangier’s urban communities and their desire to shape the city through culture and movement.

Building on this momentum, Live Room will continue supporting urban youth expression through a mini urban festival planned for June, bringing together graffiti, dance, hip-hop, and extreme riding sports in a new celebration of creativity and street culture.

This is to acknowledge my sincere gratitude to both local partners Associazone Link and Live Room Project for dedicating such a marvellous Erasmus+ training course for me as a Moroccan Youth Worker that was namely on “Music For Active Participation and Social Inclusion” which took place in Tangier from the 24th to the 31st of March 2026. While speaking of this project, it enabled me to strenghthen my intercultural dialogue while connecting with youth workers and practitioners from different countries such as Poland, Portugal, Latvia, Estonia, France, Tunisia, Morocco, Serbia, Slovenia, Greece and Italy. The First day was for a dinner gathering that allowed us to get to know each other closely. As for the Second day, it kicked off with an ice breaking activity and discussing the overall program that was already planned to be implemented. For instance, My dear esteemed facilitator Marco Larusso managed to assist us in exploring the “Drum Circle” methodology along with using some unconventional instruments.

The Third day was all about the “Body Percussion” (Warm -Up) and the Drum Circle as a means to get into the facilitation techniques. Then, I got along with my team to Dar Gnawa close to the hostel in which I collaboratively had the chance to broaden my perspective on another methodology that is called “Sound Mapping” or the “Gnawa Percussion” being considered a useful approach for self-discovery and daily reflection on what happened the whole day could it be sounds of objects, animals and being able to embody it into practice and learn from the Master of the Gnawa workshop properly. Following, we decided to go for a sunset mesmerization by bus and have dinner afterwards at a restaurant nearby.

On the 4th day, I dove into the idea of “Rhythm with signs” whose focus shifted on experiencing cooperation through improvisation. Once the session ended up, I went with the company for a lunch break. Shortly, we came back to the Live room Labo to wrap up the remaining topic that was all about “Community Song Writing” through which I collectively got involved in a group to write whatever sentence that popped up inside our heads and thought of making any possible adjustments in order to turn it into a melodic song and evaluate on its performance. I straightly headed to the dinner break with the team and gone for the Karaoke and Open Mic night. The Day after, the group had their own breakfast and got ready for a day off to visit Akchour (lunch time) & Chefchaoun (Dinner time) to stroll around their vibrant natural landscapes decorative houses, walk on their narrow streets and meet their hospitable locals.
On the 5th day, I was formed into a group by the facilitator so as to plan the sound action and design the music activities. While the lunch time came to an end, I had to go back with the team to the Live Room Labo on the basis of putting the task into practice (final workshop for kids, teenagers and youth) and collecting feedback as such. Since then, we went for the dinner and Jam Room. The Last day, Me and My group strove to be part of the ice breaking activity at first and close our project with the final evaluation and write a brief diary that summed up the program from start to finish. After that, we concluded with the last dinner before the departure moment.

“There could have never been something called “MAPS” without your support and coordination. My piece of advice that I shall give to youth is that it is better if they get used to invest their personality no matter what their background is since there is eagerness and interest that’ll help them leave an unforgettable imprint on their local society. Start from the bottom and over time you’ll excel and reach to the apex.”

By Mohamed Bou.

OPEN CALL — IMPAC Dance Residency

IMPAC is a contemporary dance creation by Samir Bakhat and Abdelaziz Sarrokh, developed in Belgium in collaboration with Live Room Tangier.

The project explores power and its profound influence on human existence. Through movement, IMPAC takes audiences on a journey across war, political unrest, and global tensions—seen through the human lens. It delves into paralyzing fear, the instinct to flee or freeze, but also joy, life, and resilience in the face of loss.

At its core, IMPAC questions how power and powerlessness are embodied—how they shape our bodies, our minds, and our relationship with the world. Each movement becomes an echo of human experience—what we feel, endure, and survive. The performance invites audiences to reflect, feel, and reconnect with the impact of power on individual lives.

The project is supported by Rhythm Naturals, a recognized Belgian collective led by Samir Bakhat, known for telling powerful stories through urban dance. Rhythm Naturals and Live Room have collaborated in 2024 in a similar project.

“In Morocco, we will spend five intensive days in exchange with Belgian dancers and local talents. Together, we will create new choreographies, share styles and energies, and celebrate rhythm, culture, and collaboration—an experience that resonates both on stage and beyond.”

About the Residency

This residency aims to bring together emerging and professional Moroccan dancers, alongside two female Belgian dancers, to explore the theme of IMPAC through contemporary dance while fostering artistic exchange and network-building.

• Maximum participants: 5 Moroccan dancers will be selected.
• Application Link: HERE

Program

• March 7 | 17:00–18:00 — Kick-off meeting & orientation
• March 8–12 | 15:30–19:00 — Creative residency
• March 12 | 19:30 — Final public presentation

Conditions & Eligibility

• Applicants must have participated in at least two professional performances.
• Daily nutrition breaks will be provided throughout the residency.
• A logistical allowance of 100 MAD/day will be granted.
• Travel reimbursement (round trip) is possible for participants coming from outside Tangier.
• A certificate of participation will be delivered at the end of the residency.

Ramadan is the perfect month for charity, generosity, and community spirit, where people come together to embrace core values of kindness and support for those in need. In Tangier, thousands of children and families struggle with basic necessities, and many of them belong to our direct community (Live Room members, neighbors and their families).

Like every year, Live Room, through its Solidarity Club, joined forces with other local collectives and volunteers to organize an impactful initiative aimed at alleviating hardship and spreading joy during this sacred month.

Our volunteers launched a donation drive at the beginning of Ramadan, collecting clothes, accessories, and monetary contributions from generous community members. Live Room has also reserved a grant for this purpose.

In the past three years, we came out with Jootia Fabor which transforms the traditional concept of a market into an inclusive space where anyone in need can pick out an entire Eid outfit—for free. More than just a charitable event, it fosters a sense of dignity and belonging, ensuring that every child can celebrate Eid with joy and confidence. This year, we fixed the goal to bring joy to at least 50 disadvantaged children by offering them a completely new outfit to celebrate the Eïd ceremony like their pairs.

Beyond its direct impact, these initiatives also serve as an opportunity for new volunteers to engage in social work, deepen their connection with their community, and experience the true spirit of solidarity. By bringing people together for a shared cause, Live Room continues to promote values of generosity, empathy, and mutual support—making Ramadan not just a time of fasting, but a celebration of humanity.

Music as a Tool for Participation and Social Inclusion: Live Room Hosts International Training in Tangier

From 24 to 31 March 2026, Tangier will host an international training course dedicated to exploring music as a tool for active participation, social inclusion, and youth empowerment. Titled MAPS | PDA – Music for Active Participation & Social Inclusion, the initiative is co-organized by Live Room (Tangier, Morocco) and Link Association (Altamura, Italy) and financed by the EU Erasmus+ program.

The training brings together youth workers from different countries who are interested in integrating music and artistic practices into non-formal education and community-based youth work. Building on the shared experience of both organizations, the project aims to strengthen practical skills while encouraging intercultural exchange and peer learning.

Music as a Collective Educational Practice

MAPS | PDA approaches music not as a performance-centered discipline, but as a collective and participatory language. Throughout the week, participants will explore circular and inclusive methodologies such as drum circles using recycled instruments, rhythm with signs, circle singing, sound painting, and sound mapping.

These approaches focus on listening, cooperation, and group dynamics, making them particularly relevant for youth workers engaging with diverse groups, including young people with fewer opportunities. The program also includes case studies and collective reflections on international practices where music has been used as a tool for social inclusion and active participation.

Participants will work in groups to experiment with the methodologies acquired and to co-create a final collective event, allowing them to translate theory into practice and adapt the tools to their own local contexts.

A Mediterranean Partnership Rooted in Practice

The project is developed within Link Association’s MedEu strategy, which aims to strengthen cooperation between European and Mediterranean civil society organizations, particularly in North Africa and the Middle East. Within this framework, Live Room plays a central role as host and co-organizer, contributing its long-standing experience in youth work, music, audiovisual creation, and community-based cultural action in Tangier.

Learning Environment and Local Context

Participants will be hosted in a youth center located in Tangier’s old Medina, offering a safe and central environment adapted for training, group work, and informal exchange. The program also includes opportunities to explore the local context, including a visit to Tetwan and the region of Chaouen, linking the learning experience to place, culture, and community.

Investing in Youth Workers

The training is open to youth workers aged 18 and over who are interested in exploring music-based methodologies for education and social inclusion. No prior musical background is required; curiosity, openness, and motivation are the core prerequisites. 22 participants will be selected including 2 from Italy and 2 from Morocco.

By equipping participants with adaptable tools and participatory approaches, MAPS | PDA aims to generate lasting impact, supporting youth workers in creating more inclusive, creative, and engaging spaces for young people in their communities.

By Omar Mok’s

On 26 December 2025, the Live Room Project marked a significant milestone with the celebration of its 10th anniversary through the “Live Room 10th Birthday and Christmas Show,” a meaningful and intimate event reserved for members and close family. Bringing together more than 180 participants across three generations, the evening reflected the spirit of continuity, community, and shared growth that has defined Live Room over the past decade.

The program opened with a welcoming show, setting a warm and festive tone, followed by the screening of the video “Live Room: The Beginnings – 2016 Magic Year,” which revisited the origins, vision, and early moments that shaped the project into what it is today. The celebration continued with a theatrical performance titled “Santa in the AI Era,” creatively bridging tradition and modernity, and a joyful Christmas dance choreography that energized the audience. Music talent and creativity were at the heart of the evening through the third edition of “LABO Got Talent,” alongside a dedicated LABO Kids Talent segment that highlighted the emerging potential of the youngest generation.

The night culminated with the blowing out of the 10th anniversary candles and shared birthday cake, reinforcing the sense of unity and belonging, before participants gathered once more to watch the Morocco match in CAN 2026 together—closing the celebration on a collective note of pride, emotion, and shared experience that perfectly embodied ten years of the Live Room Project. The best is yet to come.

The Live Room Volunteering Program is a youth-driven initiative launched in Tangier to strengthen community engagement while preparing young Moroccans for professional and international opportunities. Built on the sequence “Learn, Act, Grow,” the program connects local volunteering with Erasmus+ Youth Exchange experiences and the European Solidarity Corps volunteering program, offering young participants a clear developmental journey.

At the heart of the project is the Solidarity Club, where young volunteers deliver free artistic/cultural workshops in four public schools across Tangier. Theatre, Robotics, Painting and Music disciplines, each welcome fifteen children per school, providing consistent bi-weekly sessions from November to June. A structured volunteer system ensures smooth operations, with specialized teams managing coaching, communications, and administration.

To support these responsibilities, members receive continuous training through a bi-weekly capacity-building program covering child protection, pedagogy, facilitation, leadership, and intercultural skills. This training allows volunteers to grow professionally while applying their knowledge directly in classroom settings.

The program culminates in a merit-based selection for Erasmus+ Youth Exchanges. Only volunteers who demonstrate long-term commitment, reliability, leadership, and strong motivation are chosen to represent Live Room abroad. These exchanges, typically held in summer, offer exceptional learning experiences and broaden participants’ global outlook.

The initiative delivers measurable impact: more than 250 children gain access to creative education; schools build stronger community ties; volunteers develop confidence and professional skills; and the community benefits from renewed engagement in solidarity and civic action. For Live Room, the model provides a sustainable, scalable approach to youth development in Tangier.

More than a project, the Solidarity Club is an ecosystem that nurtures local talent and connects it to the world. By linking community service to international mobility, Live Room empowers young people to become capable, compassionate leaders ready to drive positive change locally and beyond.

By Omar Mok’s.

KICK-OFF OF THE NEW SEASON 2025–2026: A MONTH OF CONNECTION, CREATIVITY, AND COMMUNITY

October marked an exciting start to the new 2025–2026 season for our association, bringing together members, newcomers, and volunteers in a series of inspiring meetings and activities that celebrated participation, creativity, and shared purpose.

Members’ Meeting – 4 October (27 participants)

The season officially began with a meeting gathering our most active members from the past year. The session focused on sharing visions, identifying new needs, and exploring innovative ideas to strengthen the association’s impact. Participants provided constructive feedback on previous programs and discussed strategies to enhance engagement and collaboration in the coming months.
The atmosphere was both reflective and forward-looking, ending on a strong note of collective motivation to build on our successes and continue growing together as a community.

Open Meeting – 11 October (72 participants)

A week later, the association opened its doors to new faces eager to learn more about our mission and volunteering opportunities. This open meeting served as a space to introduce our values, present ongoing activities, and create connections among participants interested in social and cultural work.
The energy in the room was remarkable, with participants sharing their motivations, personal goals, and ideas for contributing to our initiatives. The discussion helped clarify ways for newcomers to get involved, leading to several expressions of commitment to join the association’s programs and upcoming projects. The event concluded in a warm and optimistic atmosphere that set the tone for the months ahead.

Team-Building and Artistic Clubs Creation – 19 October (68 participants)

To close the month, a vibrant team-building session was organized around the creation of artistic clubs within the association. The event brought together members and newcomers eager to collaborate and express their creativity across diverse artistic fields such as music, dance, theater, IT, and visual arts.
Through interactive games and group exchanges, participants explored potential club concepts and proposed new initiatives to foster artistic collaboration. The meeting concluded with several solid proposals and a clear plan to launch regular sessions dedicated to developing these creative clubs.

A Promising Start

The series of October events set a positive and dynamic tone for the new season. With renewed motivation, expanded membership, and a growing interest in artistic and social engagement, the association is ready to embark on another year of meaningful collaboration and community impact.

The 9th edition of the Urban Art Week Festival (Tangier | 3 – 7 September 2025) brought together a vibrant mix of street culture, youth engagement, and artistic collaboration. Spanning six days of dynamic programming—from graffiti and dance battles to workshops and concerts—the festival highlighted the depth and diversity of the urban arts scene in Morocco and beyond.

With activities designed for children, youth, and the wider public, the event fostered creativity, inclusion, and cultural expression across all generations. The festival knew the participation of over 40 artists and had +1000 visitors.

Program Highlights

Day 1: Welcoming Day (Tuesday, 02 Sept)

The festival kicked off with a meeting of the team manager, the volunteers and the artists who had a fun evening preparing the LABO space for the exhibition and the activities.

Day 2: Vernissage Expo Graffiti & Shops (Wednesday, 3 Sept)
The festival kicked off with a vernissage of the collective Graffiti/urban art exhibition, including a market for small local creative businesses. The event was animated with music jam and networking sessions, setting a warm, communal tone for the days ahead.

Day 3: Kids Day (Thursday, 4 Sept)
A day dedicated to the very young raising talents featuring workshops in Graffiti; Popping dance; Acrobatie; Rap writing and Flow. The day was closed by a fun-filled Game Room for Kids, providing safe, engaging entertainment.

This day emphasized play, learning, and early exposure to urban art forms in an inclusive and welcoming setting.

Day 4: Youth Day (Friday, 5 Sept)
Focused on teenagers and young adults, the festival offered workshops in Bleach art on fabric and a Contemporary dance Masterclass. The workshops were followed by a Film Screening exploring urban culture and migration. The day was closed by a Game Room event, encouraging interaction and relaxation through console games, board games, social games and martial art Battles.

These activities fostered artistic experimentation and critical thinking, with youth as active participants and creators.

Day 5: Dance Day (Saturday, 6 Sept)
One of the most energetic days which featured a national 1vs1 all style battle in partnership with Detours festival Bruxelles. Over 40 dancers from all Morocco participated in this competition and whom warmed up the numerous public who was present. Two others “Work-in-Progress” contemporary shows competing for a residency in Belgium and offering sneak peeks into emerging projects were also showcased in the Battles’ breaks.

Finally, the night was closed with a DJ Gig of the famous Disco Atlas, specialist in Retro Maghreb and rai mix music.

Day 6: Street Art Day (Sunday, 7 Sept)
The final activities day was held in a public open space (Park of Mendoubia) and programmed

• A live Graffiti Competition and Painting Jam themed on women’s empowerment.
• The showcase of two Work-in-Progress Shows in competition for a residency in Belgium.
• Awards Ceremony for the winners of Graffiti and dance competition.
• An Open mic of Rap and Hip-Hop music.
• A powerful Hip-Hop Concert animated by the best local and national rappers.

Conclusion

Urban Art Week – 9th Edition successfully celebrated the spirit of urban creativity, community, and collaboration. Tangier once again affirmed its place as a cultural hub for street art and youth expression. The event not only entertained but empowered—laying the foundation for an even more ambitious 10th edition. Thanks to our engaged public, to all the amazing artists participants, to our great team and volunteers who helped especially the two ESC Italian volunteers who supported the festival’s team during two weeks, and finally to our partners and sponsors especially AIDA, UAF Detours, LINK Associazione, European Solidarity Corps, ALC, Lerchunndi, Ministery of culture.

Article by Jihan Mrabet.