JOVENTUTS MUSICALS DE TORROELLA AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDG) AGENDA

Support for Emerging Talent:

We provide spaces and opportunities for emerging artists. This initiative seeks to offer visibility and opportunities to artists who face challenges in accessing performance venues.

Commitment to Prioritizing the Hiring of Disadvantaged Individuals Interested in Musical Training and Production:

We prioritize hiring and offering music-related training and event production, creating employment and learning opportunities for those facing barriers to entering this sector.

Local and Proximity Products:

We support the use of local and proximity products within the festival grounds, thus supporting the local economy and reducing carbon emissions associated with transport.

Mediterranean Diet:

We promote the Mediterranean diet, recognized for its health and environmental benefits, by encouraging sustainable food choices for the production team and musicians.

High-Quality Training and First Employment Opportunities:

We prioritize quality training for our staff in both technical aspects and risk management. We also offer first job experiences, providing the necessary training to new members.

Socially Engaged Artists:

We program artists committed to social issues, who use their platforms to address social issues and promote positive change.

Gender Equality:

We work to achieve gender parity in our programming, ensuring equitable representation of women and men. Currently, our management, production, and communication teams consist of 85% women and 15% men, demonstrating our commitment to gender equality and equity in the cultural sector.

Local Hiring and Youth Employment:

We directly employ local staff, supporting the community and promoting job opportunities for young people.

Economic Impact:

We contribute to the local economy by generating direct economic impact through employment creation related to cultural management and performance. We actively participate in the cultural clubs of local tourism promotion entities, Costa Brava Girona, and Catalonia, and work to promote the region as a tourist destination.

Innovation and Digital Access:

We study and implement innovative approaches in all aspects of the festival, adopting new technologies and digital platforms to enhance information access, optimizing ticketing platforms, and offering dynamic concert experiences.

Affordable Prices and Accessibility:

We offer special discounts to various groups, including unemployed individuals, people with disabilities, and large or single-parent families. We ensure accessibility and special care for people with reduced mobility, working to make culture accessible to everyone through ticket pricing. Initiatives like “Young Audience Seat” provide tickets at €5 for attendees under 30, available 30 minutes before each concert.

Support for Emerging Talent:

We strongly support local emerging musical talent, providing professional platforms and opportunities through programs like Fringe and EEEmerging.

Environmental and Social Impact:

We work to minimize the environmental and social impact of the festival on the surrounding area. We promote sustainable and cultural tourism strategies.

Zero Waste and Recycling:

We are committed to zero waste by using recyclable materials within the festival grounds. We promote waste separation and encourage attendees to participate in recycling efforts.

Digital Advertising and Partnerships:

We reduce physical advertising materials and prioritize digital platforms, reducing paper consumption and promoting sustainable communication practices. We establish alliances with local institutions and media to help achieve these goals.

Promotion of Sustainable Transportation:

We encourage the use of public transport, shared rides, and other sustainable transportation options for attendees, as well as the possibility of walking from nearby areas.

Climate Change Awareness:

We raise awareness among artists about climate change and encourage them to take individual and collective actions to support conservation projects through donations.

Location and Stage Logistics:

We ensure that stages and other concert-related infrastructure are placed to minimize impact on sensitive marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Restrictions and protected areas in the marine reserve and natural park are carefully observed.

Waste Management:

We implement efficient waste management systems during concerts, with an emphasis on selective collection, recycling, and waste reduction. Adequate containers are provided, and attendees are encouraged to maintain cleanliness and care for the environment.

Sustainability Measures:

We reduce our impact on the marine environment, including the use of biodegradable or reusable materials, proper waste management, and promoting sustainable fishing practices in nearby areas.

Limiting Noise and Light Pollution:

Through noise control and appropriate sound technology, we reduce the negative impacts of concerts on marine and terrestrial life. Noise limits are respected, and time restrictions are set for performances in sensitive areas.

Awareness Campaigns:

Through coherent visual and textual communication, we highlight the unique environment where concerts take place, such as Jazz near the Medes Islands Marine Reserve and classical music performances in Montgrí Natural Park, the Medes Islands, and the Baix Ter. Our branding and communications consider these settings to emphasize the beauty and fragility of these natural environments, encouraging attendees to respect and preserve them.

Collaboration with Conservation Entities:

We establish collaborations with local and international organizations dedicated to ocean and marine conservation, such as the ‘Philippe Cousteau Ocean Union Foundation.’

Social Commitment and Collaboration:

We provide visibility to various social entities, foundations, and NGOs in each festival edition, collaborating with them and donating part of the festival’s profits. We are advocates for equality and social justice, organizing activities that promote social debate and raise awareness of disadvantaged groups.

Synergies with Cultural Institutions and Organizations:

We establish partnerships with local institutions and media to work together toward these goals. We actively engage in the social and cultural fabric of each community, with the goal of growing and improving as a festival through collaborations.