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Call for Proposals: Art as Advocacy for Civil Society and Human Rights In an era where civil society faces unprecedented threats, from legislative crackdowns to physical attacks, the need to advocate for its value and role is more crucial than ever. CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation seeks collaborative proposals from artists and activists to harness the power of visual arts (and other formats) to creatively argue for the importance of civil society and human rights. Ten selected projects will receive up to £4,000 each to support new arts-based work or enhance ongoing initiatives. Proposals should articulate the case for civil society in compelling, emotionally resonant ways, counter populist and authoritarian narratives, and explore innovative and proactive responses to contemporary challenges. Submit your proposal by 15 September 2024 to artrightstruth-project@york.ac.uk #CivicTech #Africa #CallForProposals #CivilSociety #Activism

Here is a link to my latest post on Cultural Capital-Art, Politics, and Everything Else https://lnkd.in/efRcKMh5 #robertmapplethorpe #liberalism #art #artworld #johnashbery #roylichtenstein

💥 CRASSH at the Cambridge Festival Aesthetics and Counter-Aesthetics of International Justice Book launch and pop-up exhibition 🗓️ 19 March from 14:00 - 18:00 📍 Alison Richard Building https://lnkd.in/e8kmrCnc How are stories of justice told and visualised? In what ways do stereotypes of victims entrench biases of race, class, and gender? What presumptions do we have about violence and forms of justice? In this book launch and exhibition event, these questions will be critically explored as questions relating to the political relationship between aesthetics and international justice.

💥 CRASSH at the Cambridge Festival Aesthetics and Counter-Aesthetics of International Justice Book launch and pop-up exhibition 🗓️ 19 March from 14:00 - 18:00 📍 Alison Richard Building https://lnkd.in/e8kmrCnc How are stories of justice told and visualised? In what ways do stereotypes of victims entrench biases of race, class, and gender? What presumptions do we have about violence and forms of justice? In this book launch and exhibition event, these questions will be critically explored as questions relating to the political relationship between aesthetics and international justice.

Engaging with visual arts, sound, performance, or writing that confronts the pressing challenges of our time can embolden our advocacy efforts, reinforce our purpose, and renew our faith in the collective power to create change. ✊ 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒅𝒐 𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒅𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒅𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔? 𝑫𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒂 𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒎? 𝑫𝒐 𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝒔𝒆𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒔 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒔? In this online conversation, we will be exploring the unique power that socially engaged art offers us. From worldbuilding and imagination to the courage needed to challenge the status quo, we’ll delve into what constitutes activism in art. Regardless of what answers come up to the questions we ask, we recognize the power art holds in challenging injustices, addressing oppressive structures, and transforming our spirits. 💪🌍 🔗 Check out the following link for registration and info : https://lnkd.in/efxUZb-i #artforchange #sociallyengagedart #artivism #inconversation #artandadvocacy #artforsocialchange

Continuous Assessment (CA) of political science Topic: Managing Equality and Liberty: Social Conflicts In this thought provoking short video, I examine how cultures strike a fine balance between Liberty and equality and delve into this perennial argument. come along as I look at the historical backgrounds, philosophical foundations, and modern applications of these core ideas.This film provides insights to encourage critical reflection and constructive debate on one of humanity's most enduring dilemmas: the conflicts between individual liberties and collective rights, as well as the difficulties of social justice and economic inequality. #Liberty #Equality LPU School of Law Dr. Minarul

SDG 3.4 Selected Artist Teresa Melvin on her work: "Art like 'Fiery Red' matters deeply to a young, emerging artist like me because it symbolizes the universal journey of overcoming adversity & self-doubt, a theme that resonates with individuals of all ages, especially during the formative years of adolescence." - 34Gallery.org #mentalhealthawareness #SDG3

Democracy remains a dynamic and evolving system, continually striving to balance the ideals of freedom, equality, and justice. While it is not without flaws, its emphasis on popular sovereignty and the protection of individual rights makes it a compelling model for governance. The strength of a democracy lies in its ability to adapt and respond to the needs and aspirations of its people. In the words of the late Nigerian novelist and Poet Chinua Achebe “A functioning and robust democracy requires a healthy, educated, participatory followership, and an educated, morally grounded leadership”. As we celebrate democracy day as a nation, may the actual democracy we all desire become a reality. Happy Democracy Day 🇳🇬 #Unity #Equality #Fairness #HappyDemocracyDay

Freedom is Not Inherited, It Is Earned One Generation at a Time. Freedom is often seen as a natural state, something we are simply born into. However, true freedom is neither automatic nor inherited; it is a precious privilege earned through the perseverance, sacrifice, and courage of each generation. The history of human rights and freedoms is a testament to this enduring truth. Every generation that has enjoyed greater liberty has done so as a result of the relentless efforts and struggles of those who came before. From the abolition of slavery to the fight for civil rights, the path to freedom is marked by battles fought, injustices confronted, and barriers broken. Each generation has its role to play in this ongoing quest. The efforts to secure and protect freedoms involve more than just legal changes; they require a deep and continuous commitment to justice, equality, and understanding. It’s through civic engagement, education, and advocacy that societies make meaningful progress toward a freer and more just world. The work to uphold freedom is never complete. New challenges and threats to liberty emerge, demanding fresh resolve and action. The legacy of freedom is built not just on past victories but on the dedication of each generation to safeguarding and expanding those rights. In essence, freedom is not a birthright but a responsibility. It is earned through the collective action and vigilance of each era, ensuring that the torch of liberty is passed on stronger and brighter for the next generation. #Freedom #HumanRights #GenerationalStruggle #Liberty #SocialJustice #CivicEngagement #Equality #HistoricalLegacy #RightsAndResponsibilities #JusticeForAll