FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Cyprus
Address
Antonaki Tifa 1Country
City
larnacaMobile Phone
+35796562001Telephone
+35796562001Year of Establishment
1Contact Person1
DESPINA VIOLARIJob Title 1
ARTIST/ DIRECTOR/ CHOREOGRAPHER/ DANCE-DRAMA THERAPY PRACTITIONERContact Person 2
CONSTANTINA CHRISTODOULOUJob Title 2
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTOrganisation Type
Individual PersonFields of Activity
Arts, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, International/Cultural relations, Others, ResearchGeneral Information
Awake Waves is an interactive expressive arts initiative offering workshops and seminars that combine movement, dance, drama, and creative arts for holistic self-expression and personal development.
Uses movement and dance to enhance body awareness and access subconscious processes.
Incorporates drama and role-playing to boost imagination, creativity, and emotional intelligence.
Facilitates creative expression through visual art to help participants authentically express emotions.
Focuses on practical integration, encouraging self-awareness and emotional regulation in daily life.
Promotes a safe, inclusive environment for personal growth and exploration.
Mission and Objectives
Awake Waves Project aims to promote holistic well-being through interactive expressive arts workshops that integrate movement, dance, drama, and creative expression. The initiative seeks to awaken body awareness, stimulate imagination and conscious creativity, and provide safe spaces for authentic emotional expression. By guiding participants to connect subconscious body experiences with conscious reflection and artistic creation, Awake Waves supports personal growth, emotional regulation, and the practical integration of self-awareness into daily life.
Main Projects / Activities
Awake Waves conducted an eight-week field research and applied workshop program in May 2025 within a migration campus, working with young immigrant girls. The program integrated movement, expressive arts, and role-play techniques to support emotional expression, body awareness, and psychosocial well-being in a culturally sensitive setting.
Since December 2025, Awake Waves has independently facilitated ongoing workshops for adult women, focusing on movement-based self-awareness, creative expression, and emotional integration. These sessions provide a structured and supportive space for participants to explore identity, resilience, and personal growth through embodied and artistic practices.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
Awake Waves aims to contribute to the community in Cyprus by creating safe and inclusive spaces for emotional expression through movement, dance, and expressive arts. The initiative plans to work with individuals of all ages—from children to older adults—in schools, community centers, migrant camps, corporate workplaces, and retreats. Through workshops, role-playing, and art-based activities, Awake Waves intends to foster body awareness, emotional regulation, and creative self-expression. By collaborating with local organizations and making programs accessible, the project seeks to strengthen psychosocial well-being, build community connections, and empower participants to explore and express themselves authentically.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
I want to join the ALF Network to connect with like-minded leaders and practitioners who use arts and creativity to foster personal growth, well-being, and social impact. Being part of the network will provide guidance, resources, and connections to help me expand Awake Waves and reach more communities across Cyprus. I am eager to contribute my experience in expressive arts, movement, and community-based workshops, while learning from others and accessing opportunities to secure funding and scale the initiative.
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