The Collaborating Organizations
The Synergy Project functions as an umbrella organization, bringing together some of the most forward thinking organizations within the alternative and creative scene. By inviting a diverse spread of musical genres and productions to each event, Synergy aims to bridge the gap between musical scenes and their respective followings, whilst creating an atmosphere of inclusion and tolerance. Each event presents a good balance of core partner organisations as well as guest groups.
NGO and Charity involvement
In line with The Synergy Project’s declared objectives many Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Charities are invited to take part in the events. These organizations benefit by having access to a largely open minded crowd which otherwise might not feel inspired to take an interest in their important work. There are many different levels of possible collaboration, from the entry level of holding a simple awareness stall, up to collaborating with Synergy's production team to host an entire room.
Furthermore the Project aims to support NGOs etc in the development of creative ways to present their messages – connecting them to artists from the wider community. The Synergy Project can provide support, both organizationally as well as financially, for creative proposals that serve such purpose. NGOs are also encouraged to take on the task of managing an entire area – with the support of the Synergy Project team.
Talks and Debates
As part of the open debate policy The Synergy Project aims to feature talks and debates relevant to many of the issues we feel are crucial to our day and age. These debates can also lead to self-critical reflection, considered by Synergy a vital element to avoid the ever present thread of stagnation or a veering of the declared ethical course.
Synergy Research
One of the most challenging aspects of conducting research, especially when of "non-conventional" nature, is to find an adequate number of participants to make such research valid. The Synergy Project is happy to offer its extensive outreach potential to support by means of publicity; any ongoing research, or study from both students and professionals, in the fields of science, humanities, social sciences and arts. Research must be aimed at exploring crucial issues that will contribute to our society, and the planet, in a way that reflects, or is in accordance with the Synergy ethos of sustainability and social justice.
Synergy Project also provides free space on the website for researchers to publish their completed studies, aiming to create a knowledge-base portal where individuals can access information about studies which might not make it to publication on leading scientific editorials because of their “alternative” non conventional nature.
Workshops and Interactivity
Bridging the gap between performers and the audience is one of the founding principles on which Synergy is built – this is achieved by:
Hosting various workshops per event – often dance or theatre based - Allowing for open mic sessions - Facilitating open drum circles - Allowing for participation in open debates - Providing stages for dance to take place spontaneously - Hosting processions that involve the participants creatively
Healing and Welfare
Offering a wide arrange alternative techniques such as Shiatsu, Reiki, Massage and Reflexology to name just a few, the healing area provides a space where people can enjoy relaxation and health/stress awareness therapies. Training workshops and information about alternative health practice and contacts with healers throughout the country are provided. Synergy also utilizes a large crew of welfare staff who's primary focus is to ensure that attendees have the best possible/safest of times.
