Shock waves from the Mideast war have been felt throughout the arts and cultural world, with institutions and entire industries experiencing bitter conflict over what qualifies as tolerable speech about the conflict and its combatants. Many observers say that the narrowing of the discourse in artistic spaces since Oct. 7, 2023 — when Hamas attacked Israel— does not bode well for the cultural world’s traditional commitment to free and open-minded expression. A look at cultural institutions over the past year reveals a pattern: It has largely been institutional management who have sought to suppress perspectives critical of Israel, while lower-level employees and less-prominent artists were often those attempting to silence perspectives expressing solidarity with Israel. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eHyg4Sun
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How do memory sites like museums & monuments fuel division or foster peace? Dr. Korostelina’s “Memory Sites and Conflict Dynamics” uses examples from Italy, Kosovo & more to explore this question. A must-read for history buffs & changemakers! Register for more: https://ow.ly/EfcT50U97Q4 #CollectiveMemory #ConflictResolution
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Knowledge is power. Ancestral knowledge is power with purpose. I am certain this will be a riveting and potent panel discussion, bringing to light the importance of ancestral intelligence and its role in building our future. And the significance that Indigenous African Art plays in shaping that future!
Don't miss out on a thought-provoking panel discussion on the ancestral intelligence of indigenous African Art! Join us on Wednesday, August 14th at 5:30 PM to hear from three top African Diaspora Art Curators. Link in bio for more details and to get tickets. #AfricanArt #PanelDiscussion #AncestralIntelligence #ArtCurators #DiasporaArt
Panel Discussion on the ancestral intelligence of indigenous African Art.
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How do memory sites like museums & monuments fuel division or foster peace? Dr. Korostelina’s “Memory Sites and Conflict Dynamics” uses examples from Italy, Kosovo & more to explore this question. A must-read for history buffs & changemakers! Register for more: https://ow.ly/EfcT50U97Q4 #CollectiveMemory #ConflictResolution
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Opinion | Through the Lens of Classical Antiquity The enduring influence of classical Greece and Rome on contemporary political, ethical and aesthetic discourse. https://bit.ly/3ztIdvS
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A fascinating article about a long-forgotten source on Nazi-era persecuted Jewish artists. https://lnkd.in/eDb9WG3Y This long forgotten encyclopedia was an important source in compiling our JDCRP initial list of persecuted Jewish artists in France, Germany, and Poland. We are currently researching more names, also in additional countries, to expand the list: https://lnkd.in/ewjQyzP7
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In a significant move that has sparked widespread discussion, Argentine President Javier Milei has ordered the closure of museums dedicated to the victims of the country's past dictatorship. This decision raises important questions about memory, history, and the role of such institutions in contemporary society. Our latest blog post delves into the implications of this action, exploring its potential impact on collective memory, public discourse, and the ongoing struggle for human rights in Argentina. We invite you to read our analysis and share your thoughts. For more in-depth insights, visit the full article here: https://ift.tt/Fk1nCyB.
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(English below) Tá 'Iarsmaí' (Remnants) ar fáil ar BBC iPlayer mar chuid de Mhí Stair an Chine Dhuibh. Iarsmaí is available to watch as part of Black History Month on the BBC iPlayer (with English subtitles). Is féidir breathnú siar air ar Seinnteoir TG4 freisin / You can also catch it on TG4 Player! #documentary #BlackHistoryMonth #indigenousmaterial
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