What?
Our clowning for children with disabilities programme promotes emotional health, development and wellbeing. RED NOSES developed the Disability Inclusion programme to promote the emotional health, development, and wellbeing of children living with multiple disabilities.
Both children with disabilities and their support systems face daily barriers that limit their participation in society. Furthermore, creating an enabling and encouraging environment is vital. Above all, it helps every child reach their full potential.
RED NOSES professionally trained artists use a range of techniques through the art of clowning. They connect with each child in a unique and personalised way. Moreover, artists take time to learn about each child before working with them. As a result, every interaction is tailored to the individual child's needs.
Through sensorial and fantasy play, the clown artists create new worlds and experiences which, in turn, create space for joyful and humorous interactions.
How?
RED NOSES clown artists develop tailored artistic interventions to meet the requirements and preferences of the children they work with. The activities that take place aim to create a calm atmosphere in which children can relax and express their feelings.
The main artistic format of the Disability Inclusion programme is the Caravan Orchestra, which tells the story of three musicians, played by the clowns, who are searching for musicians to join their band. They recruit the children as their new band members and together form a Caravan Orchestra. Additionally, this format encourages creativity, self-expression and a sense of belonging.
Moreover, RED NOSES clown artists work with caregivers and teachers too. Together, they create an impact that lasts beyond the programme itself.
Today, our clowning for children with disabilities programme operates across multiple countries. To learn more about how our artists are trained, visit our How we train page. You can also explore the research behind the impact of our work.