Songs for Rights

Justice & fairness through community music
Produced in the Songs for Change project, this episode is part of the Songs for Change
Podcast series exploring how music can promote EU Values.
Discover how community music workshops can bring the principles of justice and rule of law to life. Join Jonas Deitert and Marion Haak-Schulenburg for an inspiring conversation on music, creativity, and social transformation.

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European Youth Week may be ending — but youth action continues.
Over the past days, young people across Europe have shared their voices, ideas, creativity, and vision for the future.
And this is just the beginning.

Because change doesn’t happen by waiting — it happens by creating, participating, and taking action.
Let’s continue to engage, connect, and empower — beyond this week.

The future of Europe is shaped by its young people.
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felt like a space to slow down, listen, and create 🌿

Through this Training of Trainers, we explored how music can open spaces for participation, connection, and expression. Youth values became the base for our creative process — shaping songs, ideas, and conversations.

Along the way, participants stepped into facilitation roles, experimenting with leading, holding space, and working with groups through music.

And somewhere in all of that, a real sense of connection and community emerged.

BIG THANKS to everyone that made it happen.
Stay tuned for our song release “Give us 10 years”

What do European values sound like?
Values like democracy, inclusion, solidarity, and human rights are at the heart of Europe. But how do we connect with them in our everyday lives?
Through music, we turn these values into something you can hear, feel, and share.

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This is how we bring EU values closer to young people — not as abstract ideas, but as lived experiences.
Because culture and creativity are powerful tools for participation and change.

What can rap music teach us about equality?
Produced in the Songs for Change project, this episode is part of the Songs for Change
Podcast series exploring how music can promote EU Values.
Host Jonas Deitert sits down with Berlin rapper Niksn to explore how music can highlight social inequalities and inspire change. Learn how rap becomes a tool for reflection, empowerment, and community dialogue.

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🎤Your voice matters. Your story matters.
Join “Voices & Verses 2026” – an interactive online debate where young people and policymakers come together to talk, listen, and shape the future of Europe.
📅 30 April 2026 - 3PM CET | 💻 Online
This is not your typical panel.
It’s a space for real exchange—through discussion, music, and creative expression.
👉 Want to be heard? Be part of the conversation.
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What are the European Youth Goals — and why do they matter?
They are not just policy ideas. They are the result of thousands of young people across Europe speaking up about what really matters in their lives.
From mental health and wellbeing, to climate action, inclusion, participation, and quality education — the 11 European Youth Goals reflect a shared vision for a better Europe.
During European Youth Week, these goals come to life through events, discussions, and creative expression.

At Songs for Rights, we translate these goals into music, dialogue, and storytelling —because policy should not only be understood, but also felt.

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Which Youth Goal speaks to YOU the most?

European Youth Week starts today!

From April 24 to May 1, young people all across Europe come together to celebrate participation, creativity, and the power of youth voices in shaping our future.
Rooted in the EU Youth Strategy, this week is all about three key ideas:
ENGAGE – young people in democratic life
CONNECT – young people across Europe
EMPOWER – young people to take action

At Songs for Rights, we bring these principles to life through music, dialogue, and creative advocacy — making EU values and youth policies accessible, relatable, and alive.

Over the next days, we’ll share voices, music, and opportunities to take part.

Follow, engage, and be part of the movement! 🙂

Restoring human dignity through music 🎵
Produced in the Songs for Change project, this episode is part of the Songs for Change
Podcast series exploring how music can promote EU Values 🇪🇺

Join Jonas Deitert in conversation with Martin Martens, Berlin musician & educator, as they discuss how music and education can rebuild dignity for those who feel unheard or disrespected.

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What does it mean to create in times of AI?

At Songs for Rights, this is something we actively question.

In a world where things can be generated in seconds — fast, automated, almost perfect — creation is still something else.
A process. A search. An encounter.

Art is not just the outcome.
It’s what happens in between — where we meet others, and ourselves.

AI can be a powerful tool.
But it doesn’t replace human intention or responsibility.

If there is no human intervention, who is the author?
And who is accountable for the impact?

AI builds from what already exists — from human stories and creations.
So our role doesn’t disappear. It becomes essential.

Can music strengthen democracy?
Produced in the Songs for Change project, this episode is part of the Songs for Change Podcast series exploring how music can promote EU Values.
Host Jonas Deitert talks with Helena Calleuw, music therapist and researcher, about how empathy and music-making can cultivate a more democratic society. Tune in to explore music’s role in fostering understanding and civic engagement.
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