Espace Libertés | Reforum Space Paris
1. Opening hours and activities
The centre is open from Monday to Saturday :
- Monday and Saturday : 10h – 18h
- Tuesday to Friday : 10h – 18h (summer opening hours)
The centre offers :
2. How the Centre Works ?
Access to Resources
All resources at the centre are available free of charge to residents and volunteers.
To access legal or psychological consultations, you must be registered as a resident or volunteer at the centre.
How to Become a Resident ?
Complete the residency application form.
We will then contact you to arrange a meeting. During this meeting, we will get to know you, discuss your project (or idea), and explain how the centre operates, including its internal rules and guidelines.
Residents are individuals who come to the centre with a project or a project idea. The centre supports them in developing and implementing their projects through methodological guidance, networking opportunities, access to the studio, support with event organisation, and more.
How to Become a Volunteer ?
Volunteers are people who wish to get involved in the life of the centre but do not yet have a specific project in mind.
They can :
- Help organise events
- Join existing projects
- Support residents
- Take an active part in the centre’s community life
Volunteers also have access to the centre’s resources.
3. Using the Audiovisual Studio
To use the studio, please complete the dedicated form and specify your technical requirements.
If you are unsure how to define your requirements, simply mention this in the form. Our technical team will contact you to arrange a meeting and help you develop and bring your project to life.
Studio equipment must remain on the premises, except for shoots that have been approved and coordinated by the studio team.
4. A shared space
Espace Libertés | Reforum Space Paris is a space for civic and anti-war initiatives, founded on the values of freedom, democracy and solidarity.
It is more than just a coworking space. It is a place where people can work, create, speak freely, connect with others who share the experience of exile, launch projects, and build relationships based on equality and mutual support.
We invite you to become a resident or volunteer and join our community.
5. Regular activities
- Every Thursday, from 13h00 to 18 — in partnership with the Melograno association, we make sleeping bags for Ukrainian civilians.
- Every third Thursday of the month, from 18h30 to 20h30 — we write letters to Russian political prisoner.
Our team
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Olga Kokorina Management Overall coordination, strategic development, institutional relations, project oversight, and funding applications.
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Anonymous General Coordination and Studio Event organisation, coordination of French classes, support for residents, shoot scheduling, and technical management of the studio.
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Olga Slessareva Legal Coordination Saturday coordination, legal and administrative consultations.
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Anonymous Communication Communications and Social Media.
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Anonymous Psychologist Individual consultations and facilitation of support groups.
The centre also works with volunteer supervisors (clinical psychologists) and a technical volunteer responsible for video recording, sound and lighting during events.
Frequently asked questions
Residency, volunteering and consultations
What does “resident” mean ?
A resident is someone who comes to the centre with a project or project idea (media, research, an educational initiative, a cultural event, advocacy or human rights work, etc.) and wishes to develop it with the centre’s support.
Resident status provides access to the centre’s resources, professional support, and a suitable working environment.
Which resources are available exclusively to residents ?
The following resources are available exclusively to residents and centre volunteers :
- Individual legal consultations
- Individual psychological consultations
- Regular access to the coworking space
- Use of the studio for personal projects
- Organisational support for events led by residents
- French classes
Which activities are open to non-residents ?
You do not need to be a resident to take part in :
- Public events (conferences, screenings, debates and talks)
- Open cultural events
- Selected events requiring advance registration
Can I work at the centre without having a project ?
No. To work at the centre on a regular basis, you need to become a resident or volunteer.
Is an interview required to become a resident ?
Yes. The interview gives us an opportunity to get to know each other and ensure that the centre’s way of working meets both parties’ expectations.
Can I access consultations without registering ?
No. Consultations are available exclusively to residents and volunteers.
Événements
How do I register for events ?
When registering for an event, we ask you to provide :
- First and last name
- Contact details
- Agreement with the centre’s values, including condemnation of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine
This information is required to ensure the safety of the venue and all participants.
Can I attend events without providing my identity ?
Most public events require registration with your name and contact details for security and organisational purposes.
In some cases, events may be open to a wider audience without prior registration. This will be clearly stated in the event announcement.
Can I organise my own event ?
Yes, subject to discussion and approval by the centre’s team, provided that the event aligns with the centre’s values and mission.
Studio
What resources and equipment are available in the studio ?
The professional audiovisual studio includes :
- Video cameras
- Lighting equipment
- Audio equipment
- Microphones
- Podcast recording equipment
- Video and audio editing facilities
The studio is designed for producing interviews, podcasts, educational content and media projects.
To use the studio :
- Complete the dedicated form
- Describe your project and technical requirements
- Arrange a meeting with the studio coordinator
If you are unsure how to define your technical requirements, our team will assist you. Studio equipment must remain on the premises.
French classes
Are French classes open to everyone ?
French classes are available to centre residents and volunteers actively involved in our activities.
We ask for a nominal contribution of 5 euro per month to help cover the cost of paper, printing and photocopying.
Groups are formed at the beginning of the academic year in September. Levels may be reorganised in January, depending on participants’ progress and the availability of places.
Practical Information
Does the centre offer commercial services ?
The centre is a non-commercial organisation. Its resources are made available free of charge to residents and volunteers as part of its mission.
Requests to hire the space for seminars or use the studio for commercial purposes may be considered on a case-by-case basis, provided they are consistent with the centre’s values and mission.
The centre does not offer commercial editing or production services as a standalone activity..
Can I bring children to the centre ?
Unfortunately, no. Under French regulations, hosting activities for children requires specific ERP (Establishment Open to the Public) status appropriate for this type of activity, which the centre does not currently have.
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