OUR HISTORY

The Fundación Artes Escénicas Colonense Internacional (FAECI) emerged as a fervent youth movement in Colón, Panama, on April 1, 2011. Since its founding, by Meyvis L. Blackman at age 21, it has been incredibly dedicated to promoting the arts and culture in the province. Throughout its 12 years of existence, FAECI has promoted successful projects and events such as "Colón Capital of Art" and "Express your Art for Peace", strengthening its mission of empowerment and development. With Meyvis' diverse vision and leadership, supported by a Master's Degree in Cultural Management, FAECI has established sustainable cultural spaces in the province of Colón, strengthening the passion and joint action of a team of volunteers.


Since its inception, FAECI has worked incredibly hard to reduce inequalities through alternative and technical artistic training, especially in the performing arts. His focus on non-commercial and experimental art has proven to be a catalyst for creativity and positive impact on society.


We are proud to have a network of diverse and talented volunteers who are fundamental to the development of our activities. Since our beginnings, we have worked with young volunteers and professional artists who, for the most part, make a living from informal work. Although the consumption of non-experimental and alternative art is not as commercialized in our province, we all share a passion for art and contribute to the multiplier effect for the following generations.



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FAECI has established strategic alliances with social, cultural and educational organizations, such as the Panamanian Women's Center and the Integra Vidas Foundation. It has also collaborated with international organizations, local and national governments, embassies and private companies, demonstrating its influence on multiple levels. The foundation values and promotes local talent, providing opportunities to emerging artists and establishing connections with broader audiences.


Currently, we are promoting the creation of cultural centers for creation and our first cultural center, called Street House, is a space built thanks to the hands of many young people and the donation of different actors.


Within our development programs, it is worth highlighting "Living what you like", dedicated to the creative and cultural industries. Additionally, we work hard on the creation of new artists and educational social programs of artistic exploration in collaboration with local institutions. We have also promoted social inclusion and the empowerment of young people as multiplying agents of change.






"My vocation, together with my love for my city, drives me to continue fighting to create spaces where art is free and accessible to all young people from Colon. I am not afraid to continue forging opportunities, since art and culture are rights that we all deserve."


Meyvis Blackman

Meyvis Lizabeth Blackman Ibáñez.

 Cultural and social manager.

My goal is to continue applying my experience in roles that allow me to further promote community empowerment and the growth of communities through culture and the arts. I am always seeking new opportunities to collaborate on meaningful projects and contribute to a brighter future for all.



Specialist in Youth, Social, Cultural and Community Development Projects | Organization Management | Cultural and Project Consultant | Expert in Artistic and Educational Promotion. Graphic Designer.


Oriented towards the development and well-being of children, youth, women and artists through innovative approaches. Creative, proactive leader committed to community empowerment.


EXPERIENCE


  • CEO of the Int. Performing Arts Foundation. Colón, Panama. (currently) 
  • Cultural Management Consultant. Training Project for Afro-descendant Women Entrepreneurs in Creative and Cultural Industries Cemp-Bid) Portobelo, Colón, Panama | 2023
  • Municipal Director of the Secretariat of Adolescence and Youth. Municipal Mayor's Office 2017-2019
  • Cultural Manager. Town hall. Municipality of Colón, Panama.2016

  • Master in Management of Businesses and Cultural Institutions, IL3 University of Barcelona - UB | 2022
  • Bachelor in Graphic Design, Latin American University of Science and Technology - ULACIT | 2014
  • Diploma in Cultural Promoter with emphasis on Museums and Tourism | Ganexa University (120 hours) | 2023
  • Regional diploma in culture of peace and secondary and tertiary prevention of violence that affects children, adolescents and young people in the countries of the Central American integration system. José Simeón Cañas Central American University. El Salvador (180 hours). 2018
  • Agents of Change: Social-political training program for new progressive leaders.| German Foundation. Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. Panama (120 hours). 2013

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  • International Visitor Leadership Program, Civic Activism and NGOs in the Democratic Process | United States Embassy (Washington, DC, New Mexico, New California and Washington). October 2019
  • Trainer of Trainers Course in Human Rights of the Afro-descendant Population| Office of the High Commissioner United Nations. March 2012
  • Social and creative pedagogy course| Circus Scene Foundation. May 2016
  • Direction and Dramaturgy Workshop | FAE Foundation 2019
  • Basic Social Circus Training | Circus Scene Foundation. October 2020

Artistic Background: Social Circus, Hip Hop, Theatrical Production and Direction, Audiovisual Production, Visual Arts, Folklore.


Programming and Social Dynamization

Production of High-Level Events

Activism and Participation in Policies and Human Rights

Representation of Panama in High-Level Events

Coordination of youth projects at the Panamanian Women's Center

Subdirection of cultural projects at Integra Vidas Foundation

Participation in networks of young Afro-Panamanian women

Experience as a panelist in forums of institutions and organizations


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