Associació Can Ensenya

Inclusive education and community in Barcelona

Associació Can Ensenya is a nonprofit social and educational organization that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Its work includes social and educational activities, community initiatives, inclusive programs, creative workshops, and cognitive stimulation.

History

The association was incorporated on June 5, 1979, according to its founding record, and marks 47 years in 2026. Its roots date to 1978, at the former Ca n'Ensenya farmhouse in the Guineueta neighborhood. In 1997, during urban redevelopment and construction of Parc Central de Nou Barris, the farmhouse was demolished. The organization moved to the former Ramiro de Maeztu school site in the Ramon Albó neighborhood, where it has been based since 1998.

Activities

• Social and educational activities.
• Community activities.
• Inclusive programs.
• Creative workshops.
• Cognitive stimulation.

Recent initiatives include children’s workshops open to the community, such as the Spring Workshop at Nou Barris Library as part of the neighborhood festival, and service-learning projects with schools. The association also sells items made by participants, including at its Sant Jordi festival booth, with proceeds going toward its activities.

Location and contact

The association works in Barcelona’s Nou Barris district. For questions, email canensenya.associacio@gmail.com or call +34 618 647 822. It is also on Instagram, X, and Facebook.