In this model, each individual’s experience is honored from their own lived experiences. As an asset-based approach to mentorship, focus is placed on individual strengths and the diversity in thought, culture, and traits. We must ask ourselves, is that not essentially what arts education aims to do: amplify creative practices and embolden the perspectives of young people for the benefit of communities?
Creativity for Good: Applying Creativity for Social Transformation
Last month, we announced the campaign for 2021: Creativity for Good. This campaign aims to share the stories, experiences, and projects led by young creatives applying their creativity for the social good. This blog explores how young creatives are applying their creativity for the social good and proposed new language, frameworks, and actions you can take to support creativity for good.
Read moreCreativity is the Change You Wish to See in the World
There’s a reason for the phrase, “Go with the flow.” Conformity is simple. But what if I told you the creative process trains us to embrace change and challenge norms? No, this isn’t a lesson in how to make protest art. Rather, it’s about simple thinking differently, challenging our assumptions, and turning thoughts into action.
Read moreArts and cultural education is a fundamental, human and civil right: A South Sudanese Perspective
On one hand, culture is a set of inherited behaviors, ideas, languages, and morals that differentiates one society from another. Art, on the other hand, is the application of human skills, thoughts, and imagination through visual art and the performing arts. It is a fundamental and human right for individuals to express their feelings and imagination through arts and cultural education.
Read moreStudent Loan Debt: Protecting our Artists from Bankruptcy and Equity Issues
Education allows individuals to develop their skills and increase knowledge in their disciplines. As the cost of education continually rises, individuals seeking higher education are facing an issue revolving around debt repayment. Here is an analysis of the current educational debt academic in the American cultural sector and some strategies for moving forward.
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