In a world where much of young people’s lives happens online, the line between digital and real-life harm is becoming harder to see. Through the forum theatre performance Prapa Ekranit, Artpolis helps young people recognise digital violence, understand its impact, and explore how they can respond, together.

Following performances across Pristina, Peja, Ferizaj, Gjakova, Mitrovica and Prizren in 2025, the play will continue reaching new schools and communities throughout 2026. The new chapter begun on 12 February in Vushtrri, and will continue to Gjilan (4 March), Rahovec (18 March), Dragash (8 April), Skenderaj (22 April) and Vitia (13 May), expanding the conversation and reaching young people where these stories matter most.

The play is part of Artpolis’ initiative “Addressing Gender-based Violence in Kosovo through Forum Theatre”, which aims to increase awareness, prevention and reporting of gender-based violence (GBV), particularly technology-facilitated violence (TFGBV).

Set within Kosovo’s university environment, Prapa Ekranit follows Krenar, Dafina, Lea, Ardi and Professor Drita as they navigate the pressures of a world shaped by images, likes and videos that promote toxic models of love, power and desire. Through the interactive forum theatre format, Artpolis invites the audience to become active participants, engaging directly with the characters, stopping scenes and proposing alternative choices. This approach enables young people to explore hands-on the realities of online violence, manipulation and abuse, while reflecting on and discussing these sensitive but vital issues and how to respond to them.

So far, students have openly asked questions and shared their own experiences of online pressure and manipulation. They also have spoken about the challenges of reporting violence, especially when it involves someone they know. These discussions help normalise conversations around digital violence and reinforce that support exists.

As the play continues to reach more schools, its goal remains clear: to help young people feel informed, supported and confident to speak up.

This activity is carried out by Artpolis within the framework of a project implemented by the East-West Management Institute (EWMI) and the Kosovo Women’s Network (KWN). Prapa Ekranit is directed and dramatised by Zana Hoxha.