The circus, very important activity at CAMELEON

“WE ARE NOT AFRAID TO TAKE ON THE CHALLENGES OF THE CIRCUS BECAUSE WE ARE STRONG”

Sports and physical activities are systematically integrated into the educational and personal reconstruction project of the children and young people followed by CAMELEON. These are practices considered therapeutic because they are rewarding and allow children to flourish, find well-being, have fun and build a positive image. The circus is very present in the “Rehabilitation” program intended for girls victims of sexual violence.

Volunteer circus arts professionals come from France each year as part of the partnership with the National School of Circus Arts of Rosny-sous-Bois (ENACR). They form a group of trainers among the most competent and motivated young girls. It is they, then, who supervise the circus sessions throughout the rest of the year.

Training and skills development workshops are also offered (rugby, basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, dance and Taekwondo in particular). Leisure activities are regularly organized in parallel: outdoor games, outings, summer camp, dance and music workshops. These promote the learning of positive values, personal development and solidarity between children.

Sports and artistic activities are also offered to children benefiting from the Education & Development and Prevention & Advocacy programs. Each year, 300 sponsored children from neighboring communities have access to a great opportunity to develop their team and creative spirit and to maintain a healthy relationship with their body.a

Key numbers 2023

5

CIRCUS TRAINERS

10 000

SPECTATORS