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Stories from across the program.

How Tunisia88 works, what it builds and why it matters. Written by the people who run it.

Tunisia88 students performing at a concert with the Taipei Symphony

How Tunisia88 Brought Music to Every Public High School in Tunisia

In 2014, 88 concerts in 88 cities planted the seeds. By 2024, 596 student-led clubs cover every public high school in Tunisia. Here is the full story.

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Tunisia88 club members gathered after a session

Program5 min read

What Is a Tunisia88 Club? How 596 Student Leaders Run Their Own Music Programs

Every Tunisia88 club is student-led, teacher-supported and community-facing. Here is exactly how one works, from elections to the national contest.

Tunisia88 Polyphonic Choir performing on stage

Choirs5 min read

Inside the Tunisia88 Polyphonic Choir: Auditions, Rehearsals, and National Performances

Six Polyphonic Choirs perform across Tunisia each year. What does it take to get in, and what does the rehearsal process actually look like?

Tunisia88 Leadership Training 1 session in progress

Training5 min read

How Tunisia88 Trains Student Leaders Without Music Degrees

Three trainings a year, all delivered by alumni. No music degrees required. Here is the Tunisia88 leadership training model and why it works.

Partners4 min read

The EIB Institute Partnership: How European Funding Put Instruments in Tunisian Schools

The EIB Institute joined Tunisia88 as a founding supporter in Phase I. Here is what that partnership funded and why it mattered for Tunisian schools.

Alumni5 min read

From Club Member to Alumni Trainer: The Tunisia88 Career Path

Tunisia88 alumni run the whole program through 12 specialized squads. Here is how former members go from students to the people who keep 596 clubs running.

Impact6 min read

From 88 Concerts to a National Program in Every Governorate: The Tunisia88 Story

In 2014, 88 concerts in 88 cities launched what became Tunisia's first national student music program. A decade later, 596 clubs run in every public high school.

Tunisia88 Arab Choir and Orchestra in performance

Choirs5 min read

Arab Music in Tunisian Schools: The Story Behind Tunisia88's Arab Choir and Orchestra Program

Five Arab Choirs and Orchestras perform across Tunisia each year. Here is what they play, how students join and what makes this program distinct.

Impact5 min read

Why Music Education Builds Better Citizens: What 596 Clubs Taught Us

After a decade running 596 clubs in every public high school in Tunisia, here is what Tunisia88 has learned about what music actually does for young people.

Tunisia88 training session with students

Impact4 min read

How to Support Tunisia88: A Guide for Schools, Families, Donors and Organizations

Whether you are a school director, a parent, an individual donor or an organization, here is how to get involved with Tunisia88 and what your support makes possible.