About the Project

EUfolk is a collaborative European initiative focused on preserving and promoting our shared cultural heritage through the lens of folklore and oral traditions. By combining intergenerational engagement with digital storytelling, the project aims to uncover the richness of European folklore while building digital skills and fostering a stronger sense of European identity across communities.

Project Objectives

EUfolk seeks to explore the rich diversity of European cultures by collecting and analysing folklore legends and oral traditions, while identifying and promoting the common values reflected in these stories to strengthen unity in diversity across Europe. The project aims to preserve and promote European cultural heritage through digital documentation and storytelling, bridging generations by equipping seniors and adults with the digital tools needed to share their cultural knowledge with younger audiences.

Target group

• Adult Trainers: Educators and professionals skilled in digital technologies, video production, and oral history.
• Adults & Seniors with Limited Digital Skills: Elderly individuals and adults who possess valuable oral traditions but have limited access to technology.

Results

• Digital Catalogue: A comprehensive online collection of folklore stories and oral narratives from participating countries.
• Cultural Analysis Report: A report highlighting common values and recurring themes in European folklore, promoting cultural understanding.
• Video Collection: Nine videos featuring seniors sharing traditional stories, ensuring these are captured, preserved, and shared with wider audiences.
• Online Platform: A digital space that facilitates ongoing intercultural exchange and dialogue among participants, communities, and future learners.