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Creativity liberates the potential of every child in contact with the law. So that they can contribute positively to society.

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Online Learning Event on October 26

Online Learning Event on October 26

15 October 2021
As part of the EU Youthlab Project, YiP is hosting an online event on October 26 at 2:30 PM for students, professionals and NGO's in the field of closed (forensic) care.
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Autumn Updates 2021

Autumn Updates 2021

8 October 2021
Looking back on the summer // Mentors needed in Rotterdam & Lelystad // Online Learning Event on October 26 // Youthlab goes international // In the spotlight: YiP facilitator Ali // The LOBBY...
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Mentors wanted in Rotterdam and Lelystad

Mentors wanted in Rotterdam and Lelystad

8 October 2021
YiP is currently looking for volunteer mentors in Rotterdam and Lelystad. Mentors and mentees share their experiences in 'Van binnen naar buiten'.
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  • "The YiPArt photo auction is a unique opportunity to buy the work of well-known photographers and moreover contribute to Young in Prison projects."
    Taco Dibbits
    Directeur van Rijksmuseum collecties
    Taco Dibbits
  • “This workshops helps me to recognise my skills, and I’ve noticed that if you want something you could achieve beautiful things.”
    YiP workshop participant
    Colombia
    YiP workshop participant
  • "The workshop photography in juvile prison became about much more than just about photography, it also allowed these boys to reflect on where they wanted to go with their lives.”
    Kadir van Lohuizen
    Photographer/ Ambassador
    Kadir van Lohuizen
  • “… it is like an escape from the tunnel which I’m in. It is not therapy, but rather it is finding oneself.”
    YiP workshop participant
    South Africa
    YiP workshop participant

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"During a visit to South Africa, I came into contact with young people in Pollsmoor Prison, and I was struck by the poor conditions that these children grew up in. I was surprised that people thought they could solve their problems by locking...
Cell Stories by Kadir van Lohuizen
In a unique collaboration with Young in Prison and Nikon - who provided the Coolpix cameras - I gave a workshop to 11 boys in Mzuzu prison Malawi. Mzuzu prison is located in the city of Mzuzu, in the north of Malawi. The prison was built in the...

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