Dwaan

Program

Do you have an idea that would make your neighbourhood, village or city more beautiful, greener or more social? DWAAN helps you make it a reality. In an inspiring session, you get to work under the guidance of a game leader. Together with others, you work on your idea and are encouraged to make your plans concrete.

DWAAN is a creative method, inspired by the Hero’s Journey, that guides people in developing a project. Together with other idea-holders, you work on the first outlines of your project. Under the guidance of a game leader, an idea grows into something tangible: an initiative that really makes a difference. Using various exercises, it helps you gain insight into your plan. DWAAN encourages you to collaborate, shape ideas and make your plans concrete. During the DWAAN sessions, you get the chance to further develop your idea and make a positive impact on the mienskip.

The DWAAN sessions are meant for anyone who wants to contribute something to the mienskip, whether you already have a clear idea or are still searching. During the sessions, you get to work with the DWAAN game and collaborate with others on projects that have a positive impact on your mienskip. Several ideas come up during the sessions, creating an inspiring exchange between participants from different backgrounds and project stages.

It’s not just a chance to strengthen your own project, but also to make new connections and build a valuable network. In other words, DWAAN is how you get from an idea to carrying out a project.

who is it for

Anyone who wants to make a difference for the mienskip. You don’t need a fully worked-out plan yet. Has your project not gone further than a beermat sketch? You’re welcome! 

Why join?

  • Get guidance to make your idea a reality
  • Work together with others from your area
  • Make connections and learn to look at your idea in a different way
  • Get inspired by new perspectives

Projectpartners DWAAN

Lead partners Arcadia 2025

Partners Arcadia 2025