The first floor of Ondara Youth SpaceThe program, called "Joves Pro", will be inaugurated next Wednesday April 1Offering a completely remodeled and modern space designed with the active participation of the "Joves Pro" youth correspondent group, made up of secondary school students from the municipality. This initiative of the Regidoria of Joventut d'Ondara It seeks to provide young people with an environment adapted to their needs and interests.
A participatory design created by young people
The renovation stems from a participatory project where the young people themselves from Ondara They proposed the layout, furniture, and elements to be incorporated into the new space. They developed an initial plan with their ideas and needs, which served as the basis for the complete renovation of the first floor of the building. Espai Jove.
According to Joventut coach Pedro Gil and youth coordinator Neus Puigcerver, the project addresses the need to modernize a space that, since its opening, had outdated equipment. The new facility includes distinct areas so that young people can enjoy a comfortable, safe environment adapted to different activities.
Areas adapted for leisure and study
Among the highlights of the "Joves Pro" floor are a relaxation area with beanbag chairs and conversation spaces, an audiovisual area with a television, a play area with various recreational activities, and a work and study area for group projects or schoolwork. In addition, room dividers have been installed to define and give each corner of the floor its own identity.
Acoustic improvements for a more comfortable environment
The renovation not only included updating the furniture and reorganizing the spaces, but also a comprehensive acoustic upgrade. This was achieved through the installation of sound-absorbing panels that reduce reverberation and improve the sound quality of the floor, making it more comfortable for conversation, group activities, and the usual activities of the Espai JoveThis action creates a more welcoming and functional environment, adapted to the living and working needs of young people in Ondara.
The opening of the new "Joves Pro" facility will coincide with the presentation of the program of the Pasqua Jove, scheduled for the same week, reinforcing the municipal commitment to youth policies.
The Youth Councillor of Ondara, Jordi Ruiz, emphasized that this project "is a clear example that when we trust in youth participation, the result is extraordinary." Ruiz highlighted that the new "Joves Pro" facility "was designed by the young people themselves, who decided how they wanted their space to be, demonstrating maturity, creativity, and a desire to get involved in their town."
Furthermore, the councilor added that "the Espai Jove is an essential resource for community life, personal growth, and the revitalization of the municipality, and we will continue investing to ensure it remains a vibrant, modern, and useful space for new generations." Ruiz concluded that "this renovation is just one more step in consolidating participatory youth policies, so that the voice of young people in Ondara continues to be heard."
