NAJIA BELDI
Najia Beldi, also known as Jiji, is a Tunisian social activist with over 10 years of experience in the media sector. Her passion for media and journalism has been the driving force behind her career. In 2012, she started her journey with experiences in advertising through collaboration with various associations including “Soutcom”. As her career progressed, she explored diverse opportunities, contributing to different radio stations like Oasis FM and Elyssa FM. Najia strongly believes that the journey in media is ongoing and filled with new horizons to explore.
WAHID DAHECH
Wahid Dahech began his career as a reporter in 2018 with "Diwan FM" radio in Sfax. From there, his professional experiences expanded to include collaborations with several international news channels and websites such as DW and infomigrant. Initially, his goals were limited to conveying the voice of the region and addressing the concerns of citizens in Sfax. However, the idea evolved through creating intersections between journalistic work, sports, and various other specialties. In addition to his media work, Wahid is passionate about photography, volunteer activities, and civil work, aligning with his professional choices.
NAIMA GUENNI
Naima Guenni is a talented designer and presenter hailing from Gabes with a 4-year experience in the media field. She has worked as a media coordinator for various events. Her journey in the media is not just a job, but also a passion and a continuous learning experience. Hence, Naima firmly believes in her potential to progress and acquire new skills within the media sector.
NABIL DKHIL
Nabil Dkhil is a multi-instrumentalist born in Gabes, Tunisia. He began his musical journey at the age of 19 with percussion and vocals. Co-founding the band "Stambalio" with six members, they achieved recognition by winning the 2nd prize of the jury at the International Festival of Gabes in 2002, followed by participation in the International Festival of Matmata the same year. Nabil's passion for music led him to self-teach Guembri (The Sintir) and his skills were acknowledged by the renowned Guembri player “EL Ejmi”. Nabil continued to evolve artistically, participating in various international festivals and producing original works like "Stambalio" and "Pardon our Lord", while preserving the ancient melodies and chants of Afro-Arabic culture. Since 2008, residing in Lyon, France, Nabil has collaborated with jazz and Afro musicians, including “Balani Sound System”, and regularly returns to Tunisia to collaborate with artists like Boubakar Ben Zid and Nabil Ghannoufi.
“Spontaneous Sensibility” ARTISTIC BOOTCAMP
"Spontaneous Sensibility" is an art camp that took place from December 24th to December 27th, 2023, at "No Name Artistic Studio Lab" in Gabes, Tunisia.The bootcamp primarily emphasizes mobile topology, an educational and artistic concept implemented in public spaces through the use of geometric shapes, physical structures, and video art. In the context of the local environment, these means serve as a replication of the overall image of the Gabes region. Accordingly, this experience contributed to unifying collective participation by engaging with these elements through embracing unique bodily movements, fostering a spontaneous awareness among children and youth.Facilitated by experienced artists in the fields of circus arts and manual skills, the event explored and applied the concept of mobile topology through various artistic mediums, including geometric forms, video art, manual skills, and circus arts. This approach aimed to facilitate social interaction, making it easier to connect with and guide young people and children by encouraging them to use their daily environment in different ways.As part of the bootcamp’s outputs, a cohesive artistic performance was created, integrating various artistic disciplines. This performance was presented at both Seniet El Bey Youth Complex in Gabes on December 27, 2023, and Mohamed Ali Youth Center
Spontaneous Sensibility Interviews
“Spontaneous Sensibility” is an art bootcamp hosted by Danseurs Citoyens Sud organization from December 24 to December 27, 2023. During the bootcamp, participants explored and applied the concept of mobile topology in the region of Gabes through various artistic mediums, including geometric forms, video art, manual skills, and circus arts. In the same context, Danseurs Citoyens Sud conducted a series of interviews with the circus team. This opportunity provided a platform for both the bootcamp trainer and participants to exchange insights and share their feedback regarding the experience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6U49ndjv-UE
H² Interviews: Trainer: Amjed Mestarehi
H² is an art bootcamp themed around “Music as a healing tool”. It was held from December 2nd to December 6th, 2023 at “No Name - Artistic Studio Lab” in Gabes, Tunisia. Upon the completion of the sessions, Danseurs Citoyens Sud conducted a set of Interviews involving experts and participants. This opportunity allowed them to share their feedback regarding the overall artistic experience and express their perspectives on music as a powerful tool to enhance mutual understanding and foster unity. As part of H² Art Bootcamp, Amjed, an expert within the program, took the opportunity to share his personal journey as an experienced artist and trainer. Through his valuable contributions, he conveyed his perception regarding the role of art as an essential and crucial element in all societies. https://youtu.be/bq-aKmJvWq8?si=aayMedZUVU-x31xL
H² Interviews: Trainer : Lucas Dols
H² is an art bootcamp themed around “Music as a healing tool”. It was held from December 2nd to December 6th, 2023 at “No Name - Artistic Studio Lab” in Gabes, Tunisia. Upon the completion of the sessions, Danseurs Citoyens Sud conducted a set of Interviews involving experts and participants. This opportunity allowed them to share their feedback regarding the overall artistic experience and express their perspectives on music as a powerful tool to enhance mutual understanding and foster unity. Lucas Dols is the visionary behind "Sounds of Change" foundation. During the Art Bootcamp H², he sought to share a substantial part of his artistic expertise and knowledge with the participants. Additionally, he played a crucial role in creating strong connections among them, believing in the power of music to enhance mutual understanding and bring about positive change in the face of diverse human struggles. https://youtu.be/G_kzOiEnIcE?si=X845Z0QihOOv2dVr
H² Interviews : Participants
H² is an art bootcamp themed around “Music as a healing tool”. It was held from December 2nd to December 6th, 2023 at “No Name - Artistic Studio Lab” in Gabes, Tunisia. Upon the completion of the sessions, Danseurs Citoyens Sud conducted a set of Interviews involving experts and participants. This opportunity allowed them to share their feedback regarding the overall artistic experience and express their perspectives on music as a powerful tool to enhance mutual understanding and foster unity. We invited nine of our participants to share insight about their journey before and after the art bootcamp experience in order to assess the impact of the program on their overall artistic and personal development. https://youtu.be/1_XK0qS2Bsw?si=uOvz4EDHxl-lYRky