Recruitment for Sound in the Silence 2026 is now open, and applications can be submitted until 3 May 2026.

The project will take place in Gernika, in the Basque Country (Spain), from 3 to 11 October 2026. It is designed for teachers and students aged 16–19, and will be conducted in English. Participation in the project is free of charge.

Sound in the Silence is an intercultural remembrance project that brings together young people from different countries to explore history through artistic practice.

This year’s edition will take place in Gernika, focusing on the bombing of the town in 1937 and the broader context of the Spanish Civil War. Through workshops in creative writing, movement, and voice, participants will engage with themes of violence, memory, disinformation, and resilience, connecting past events with present-day challenges.

The project offers a unique combination of:
– historical reflection in a meaningful place
– collaboration with international artists
– creative expression as a way of engaging with difficult pasts
– intercultural exchange among young participants

At the same time, teachers will take part in a dedicated programme focused on professional exchange and innovative approaches to teaching history.

Applications can be submitted by teachers only, on behalf of their class.

Application form: Sound in the Silence Application From

Learn more about the project: Sound in the Silence 2026 | ENRS