Looking for a safe, creative, and non-judgmental environment to practice your German?
Discover CALA, where language meets identity in migrant communities!
Join us and Improve your German skills through exciting artistic activities! Fun is guaranteed!
Our project promotes multilingualism and German language learning in migrant communities by empowering participants to embrace their linguistic heritage. We see language not just as a tool for communication, but as a core part of identity. Through expressive arts therapy and the innovative iLanguage philosophy by Dr. Carola Koblitz, CALA creates a space where participants can explore their identities and celebrate cultural diversity.
We are excited to share a review of what we have accomplished so far in our CALA workshop series. In our first two sessions, we explored language as a vital part of our identities through engaging activities, arts, and play. We've delved into the joys of learning new words, forming new connections, and viewing language not as something foreign, but as a unique part of ourselves.
As we move into our third session, we will address the fears and doubts that often accompany learning or using a new language. We will reflect on the "masks" we wear to adapt to a new society and how these can both help and hinder our progress.
The spaces we inhabit are shaped by their own rules, especially for those of us who are multilingual. These spaces become homes to multiple cultures, languages, and communication styles. What role does German play in your life? And how about your other languages? In the fourth session of CALA, we’ll explore how the languages around you influence your living space and how you can harness that to boost your language learning motivation. Don’t miss this opportunity—join us for the fourth session of CALA! We look forward to seeing you there!
WHAT WE DO?
Expressive Arts Therapy tools: We use various art forms to help participants connect with their linguistic roots and express themselves creatively.
Cultural Heritage: We celebrate cultural diversity and promote a deeper appreciation for each individual's unique background.
Language Learning: We believe that learning a language fosters global citizenship and intercultural understanding.
WHY CALA?
CALA is more than just a language learning project; it's a transformative experience that equips participants with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a multicultural world. By focusing on creativity and self expression, CALA helps build genuine connections and a more inclusive society.
IN PRACTICE...
Participants will practice German (sessions are in German) through various artistic forms. The sessions have a therapeutic approach, as they are designed to make you feel good and relaxed. During the workshops we will be doing creative activities where you don't need to know anything, remember that under our vision "everyone is an artist" meaning that everything you need is already part of yourself.
FOR WHOM IS CALA?
Are you learning German and have nobody to talk to?
Want a safe, creative and non-judgmental environment to improve or practice your German?
Are you a migrant living in Vienna and would like to get to know new people with whom you can speak German?
Do you speak other languages and would like to open yourself up to multilingualism (and learn some tips)?
Do you feel frustrated and blocked because you are not able to express yourself in the German language?
Want to awaken your inner artist and learn a little more about yourself?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then CALA is for you!
WORKSHOPS
CALA will take the form of a series of 3 hour workshops. They are separate from one another, so if you can't make them all, don't worry. We will be holding an art exhibition of everyone's work at the end of all workshops!
Dates: Wednesdays 03.07, 10.07, 07.08, 14.08, 21.08 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: WUK 9 Bezirk, Vienna
Fees: Free of charge activity
This project is possible thanks to the co-financing of 9. District - Vienna
Excited about our project? Sign up now! Hurry, spots are limited!
Please sign up via this Google Form! REGISTRATION MANDATORY!!
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CALA is a collaborative effort and shared dream between the non-profit organisations @inherentlanguage from Mödling and @iraru_org from Vienna.
