GEXTH 6035 Art Activism in the Community
Activism is about change and community is about relationships between diverse groups. The course investigates the rich interplay between art, identity, culture and community, identifying sources of conflict, isolation, marginalization and mediation. Arts activism is presented as a vehicle of communication linked to agency and empowerment, important elements in expressive arts therapies practice. Students are introduced to art activist projects and experimental techniques promoting critical thinking, civic engagement and social discourse, across the political landscape.