By Deborah Fallows — 2019
Why does a community bring an artist into its life? What do the artists and their presence bring to a town and the people who live there?
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Artistic activism draws from culture, to create culture, to impact culture. If artistic activism is successful, the larger culture shifts in ways big and small.
Culture change needs to happen through a movement, not a mandate. To create a movement in your organization, start by framing the issue in terms that stir emotion and incite action; then mobilize more supporters by demonstrating quick wins.
Articulating shared goals, creating a fair process for reciprocal listening, facilitating mature perspective-taking and continuous learning are ways in which organizations can safeguard the authenticity of their efforts toward a more inclusive culture.
Works of art create a picture of activism and resilience, and reenforce the strength of black culture across generations.
In the early 20th century, the building became a meeting place for many of the writers, artists, actors and activists who defined a new and vibrant Black culture.
This guide is for people who are considering working with and for disabled people, perhaps for the very first time. It includes a brief introduction to disability justice, and then focuses on artistic and pedagogical work with the disability community.