International Association of Theatre & Performing Arts for Children & Young People
Recent meetings
| Date | Commissioner / Cabinet | Topic | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Mar 2026 | Wendy Ducatelle Cabinet member | Introductory meeting | — |
| 03 Mar 2026 | Wendy Ducatelle Cabinet member | Introductory meeting | SRC |
Mission & Goals
Founded in 1965, ASSITEJ International is a network of artists and organisations in over 75 countries dedicated to the belief that every child and young person deserves access to the arts, and especially to live performance, from the earliest possible age. ASSITEJ International unites theatres, organisations, and individuals who make Theatre & Performing Arts for Children & Young People. ASSITEJ International is dedicated to the artistic, cultural, and educational rights of children and young people across the globe. It advocates on behalf of all children regardless of nationality, cultural identity, ethnicity, or religion. ASSITEJ International brings people together to share knowledge and practice within the field of Theatre & Performing Arts for Children & Young People in order to deepen understandings, develop practice, create new opportunities, and strengthen the global sector, on behalf of all children everywhere.
EU Legislative Interests
Culture Compass for Europe. AgoraEU in the MFF.
Communication Activities
"Culture in the next EU Budget - Roundtable with the Cultural Sector" "World Day of Performing Arts for Children & Young People"
Interests Represented
Promotes their own interests or the collective interests of their members
Member Of
European Performing Arts Coalition
Organisation Members
https://assitej-international.org/members/