Reflecting-Zemstvei-2025-06-02-Enchanted-Forest

This episode revolves around The Enchanted Forest - a workshop hosted by Casa Zemstvei and led by Iulia Pînzari. Initiated with the outbreak of war in Ukraine, the workshop was created to support refugee children through art and creative expression. Through its activities, children explore the world of senses, emotions, and imagination. On the day of the recording, the little ones were experimenting with essential oils, creating their own unique perfumes. Over time, the workshop became a welcoming space for all children, regardless of their background. The story captures the warmth of the space and the voices behind initiatives that bring comfort, joy and meaning through artistic experiences for the most vulnerable ones. Authors: Alex Hanganu – student, activist and cultural manager: / alex.hang.out Guests: Iulia Pînzari – actress, director and workshop curator: / iuliia.pynzar Editing: Marian Lupu, Olga Raileanu - Reflecting Zemstvei – a cultural journalism workshop, is organised by the Oberliht Association in partnership with ZHdK and Cathy Byrd, within the framework of the Edu-Art programme / Developing the capacity of independent cultural initiatives through an accessible educational platform project, with the support of Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova, of Switzerland and FundAction / hosted by Zpațiu / media partners: Fresh Art International, #diez, youth.md, fest.md, agora.md and platzforma.md / technical support: CSCI of RM. The content of this project does not necessarily reflect the donor’s point of view.