Zivik Funding Programme

We are pleased to share impressions from Culture in Motion: Weaving Peace and Rights in Guatemala, a project implemented by Lúdica in the municipalities of Santa Cruz del Quiché and Santa María Nebaj in Guatemala.
Through creative workshops, community dialogues and leadership trainings, the project empowers Indigenous youth and women to become advocates for peace, gender equality and the protection of cultural identity. By strengthening local leadership and fostering intergenerational exchange, participants are building pathways towards inclusive participation and social cohesion in communities shaped by historical exclusion and violence.
Their courage, creativity and commitment demonstrate how locally rooted cultural work can contribute to lasting transformation.
The project is funded by Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen's Zivik Funding Programme with funds from the Federal Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt ).

Some impressions from the workshop organised by Center for Affirmative Social Actions - CASA as part of the project Creative Agents of Social Inclusion and Peace.
Bringing together young civil society representatives and socially engaged artists from Kosovo and Serbia, the workshop explored how artistic expression and cultural activism can strengthen social inclusion, foster dialogue and contribute to peacebuilding across communities.
The commitment and creativity shown by the participants highlight how young people are driving positive change and helping to build bridges in regions shaped by long‑standing tensions.
The project is funded by Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen's Zivik Funding Programme with funds from the Federal Foreign Office Auswärtiges Amt. ©Center for Affirmative Social Actions - CASA

A look back at the Open Day at the Federal Foreign Office 2025.
Last year’s Open Day at the Federal Foreign Office gave us a fantastic opportunity to introduce visitors to Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen's work and to share how we strengthen cultural relations and foster international dialogue.
Our ifa team enjoyed meeting so many curious and engaged guests at the stand. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and showed interest in our projects and activities. Your enthusiasm made the weekend truly special.
We’re already looking forward to the next Open Day — and to continuing these inspiring conversations. ©D. Marschalsky