Young people matter. Mental health matters.

The festival begins with a shared declaration.

Schools and youth carry the message through art, music, banners and movement. The opening invites the wider community to listen.

Route, permissions, access, supervision and timings require confirmation.

Explore the opening ceremony: https://www.themattersthatcount.org/procession

The Matters That Count Arts Festival | Planned: Harare, First Term 2027. Dates to be announced.

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The Matters That Count Arts Festival. The Procession / Opening Ceremony. Young people matter. Mental health matters. The festival begins with a shared declaration. Schools and youth carry the message through art, music, banners and movement. The opening invites the wider community to listen. Route, permissions, access, supervision and timings require confirmation. Explore the opening ceremony. Fictional concept collage shows uniformed pupils carrying a banner, art and percussion, including a wheelchair user, with an adult steward.