Arts for Global Development, Inc.

💫 Exciting opportunity: Are you based in Brazil or interested in relocating to Brazil? Check it out! 📨Application Deadline: February 28 ‼️ #Artivism #ConferenceCoordinator #JobOpportunity #ArtForChange #art4development #arts #culture #artists

For those folks based in the UK and/or know artists, arts and cultural organizations, creative entities here is a great list of opportunities! #creativeeconomy #arts #funding #grants

#December brings a mix of emotions—the close of one year and the promise of a new one ahead 🌼 . For our volunteer-led organization, it’s a time to reflect on the collective efforts we’ve made toward positive change. 🎉 This December marks a significant milestone: 20 years since we launched "Creative Volunteerism for Social Change and Development (CreativeChange)" on December 5, 2004, in honor of International Volunteer Day. This first-of-its kind #digital initiative raised awareness of the #development goals, #volunteerism, and the transformative power of the #arts through global learning surveys, youth art contests, workshops, and exhibitions. These activities sparked conversations and inspired meaningful #action worldwide. 🌎 Over two decades, one thing has remained constant: the passion and determination of people around the globe working to make a difference. While the role of the arts in driving social impact has gained well-deserved recognition, challenges persist—financial #sustainability, the #digitaldivide, the evolving misuse of #AI, and limited representation in decision-making for underrepresented communities continue to impact the #creative sector. 🙏 As we celebrate this inspiring and challenging journey, we extend our deepest gratitude to our #volunteers, friends, and partners for being part of it. 🕊️ Wishing everyone a season filled with #peace, #joy, and a touch of #artsy #inspiration to create positive change🎇. Arts for Global Development | Celebrating CreativeChange: https://lnkd.in/eyhieqjN Elif Ertem B. Sabi Behzadi Melda Degirmenci Nil S. #art4development #creativeentrepreneur #internationalvolunteer #socialimpact #culture #seasonsgreetings

Excited to see how this will evolve and enhance resources for #artists across all disciplines, especially for underserved and emerging creatives! #art4development #artseducation #artivism #artentreprenuership

#tbt 🧍♀️ Nearly two decades ago, the award-winning Turkish initiative For Women by Women (FWBW - Kadınlar İçin Kadınlar Tarafından) showcased the transformative power of #art in the fight against #violence toward #women. Over 200 female photographers united to challenge societal norms and raise funds for shelters like the Mersin Independent Women’s Support Association and the Women’s Solidarity Association in Urfa, offering vital psychological support and counseling for girls and women aged 15 and older who have survived abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, and trauma. 📸FWBW’s journey began with a groundbreaking auction of #photographs donated by 111 photographers in Istanbul. The initiative quickly expanded, with exhibitions traveling across Türkiye—from Istanbul to Diyarbakır, Kars, Urfa, Izmir, and Çanakkale—and internationally to cities like London and Washington, D.C. Through education and fundraising, FWBW ignited positive action and inspired change. Yet the fight is far, far from over—not just in Türkiye, but worldwide! ‼️ 1 in 3 women globally will experience violence in their lifetime. Every 10 minutes, a woman is killed due to gender-based violence. This crisis of #femicide is preventable ‼️ 🟠 On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, let us commit to #real action: ✊ #Empowerment: Ensure girls have access to quality education and resources for safety, support, and financial independence. 💬 💑 #Education: Teach boys and men about healthy masculinity and gender equality from an early age, fostering equitable relationships. ⚖️ #Accountability: Strengthen laws and policies to protect women, enforce justice, and address systemic inequalities, including economic disparities. 💪 Together, we can end violence against girls and women and build a safer, more equitable world.   #NoExcuse #Stophonorkillings #endviolenceagainstwomen #endviolenceagainstwomenandgirls #womensright #humanrights #equality #sdg5 Bikem Ekberzade Asena Yosun Denizeri Belmin Soylemez Nil S. Melike Egilmezler Boylan, PhD Demet Cabbar Natasha Marks Vital Voices Global Partnership American Turkish Association of Washington DC (ATA-DC) Kardelen Dance Ensemble Turkish Industry and Business Association (TUSIAD) U.S. Representative Office Warehouse Theater İKSV UN Women Art4development.Net

#TBT Today, we shine a spotlight on the inspiring work of #artist Nereus Patrick Cheo (NEPAC) from Cameroon. In 2006, NEPAC’s artistic contributions were showcased as part of our CreativeVoices initiative, featured on PBS through the Foreign Exchange program hosted by Fareed Zakaria. This program provided a profound, global perspective on the most pressing international issues. As the Artistic and Project Coordinator of Cameroon Association for the Protection and Education of the Child (CAPEC), NEPAC worked with vulnerable children and women, focusing on orphans, street children, and the underprivileged in Cameroon. CAPEC offers vital education, and protection, support, empowering those who need it most. The #arts are essential for #children’s #development, fostering creativity, emotional intelligence, and cognitive skills. They provide an outlet for self-expression, enhance problem-solving abilities, and promote social and cultural awareness. 🌟 🌍 This year’s #WorldChildrensDay highlights the theme “Inclusion, for every child”, reminding us that every child, regardless of their background, skin tone, religion, or nationality, deserves equal opportunities to dream, grow, and thrive. Today and every day, let’s give #children the #freedom to embrace their #childhood —encouraging their #creativity to flourish through #exploration, the #arts, and boundless #imagination. 💫 🎨 #art4development #AfricanArt #africanartists #artseducation #steameducation #childdevelopment #UN #sdg3 #artstherapy #artheals #peace

“To flush or not to flush, that’s the question.” was the title of one of our #art installations at the Artomatic activation exhibit aiming to highlight the harsh reality of unbalanced #water distribution and the lack of basic #sanitation worldwide. 💧 Why It Matters: - Half of the world’s population lacks access to safe sanitation, leading to health crises like waterborne diseases. - Nearly 1,000 children die every day from diarrhea linked to poor sanitation. - Access to clean #toilets empowers girls to stay in school, promoting #gender #equality and brighter futures. 🧻 🚽 Improved sanitation is a #humanright and essential for #health. Today, on #WorldToiletDay, we recognize that access to water and sanitation is fundamental for building #sustainable and peaceful communities. 📍 Explore More: Immerse yourself in our virtual #ProjectH2O: Stories of Water #arts exhibition and connect with the visual narratives that unite us through water. Together, we can champion global #waterjustice. 🌍💦 Stories of Water: https://lnkd.in/diHBBpRT #art4development #contemporaryart #ecoarts #ecoartists #waterislife #UN #SDGs #SDG6 #watermanagement

🌍 As #COP29 convenes, let’s spotlight art's transformative role in sustainability! Art doesn’t just raise environmental awareness—it empowers communities and supports livelihoods. Key takeaways from our recent #webinar include: 📢 Environmental #Advocacy: Art sparks consciousness and mindful behaviors, often highlighting the intersectionality of sustainability. ⚙️ Cross-Sector #Partnerships: Collaborations between artists, scientists, policymakers, and private sector entities amplify impact. 👨👩👦👦 Community #Engagement: Public art and exhibitions promote local activation and enhancement, particularly in underserved areas. ♻️ Sustainable #Practices: Art organizations can support eco-friendly processes through mentorship, grants, establishing standards, and offering hard-to-access resources. Through these channels, #art continues to drive systemic change, foster environmental consciousness, and strengthen global #sustainability efforts. Have you visited the "Stories of Water" Virtual Art Exhibition, which dives into the critical state of our #water sources and emphasizes the importance of collective efforts to clean and preserve these essential resources? 🎨 Featuring the thought-provoking #artwork “Whirlwind of Humanity” by Ethiopian #artist and #designer Mentwab Easwaran (Mentu). 👉 Explore the exhibition: https://lnkd.in/diHBBpRT Arts for Global Development | art4development.net #ecoarts #contemporaryart #womeninart #art4development #ProjectH2O #climatechange #watersustainability #waterislife #UN #SDGs #SDG6 #cop29azerbaijan

For those in the #WashingtonDC, #DMV area, mark your calendars for November 14th and join Plastic Pollution Coalition's #Plastic #People #filmscreening! #documentaryfilm #motionpicture #art4development #beatplasticpollution

🌎 Last week’s #DevEx World Summit brought together an incredible lineup of thought leaders and change-makers from around the globe who challenged norms and inspired action. 🌟 🚀 🎬 🎵 Among them were #artivists like Emmy-winning producer Elisa Gambino, FilmAid Kenya’s Stella Suge, and Soul-Fusion performing #artist Kim Poole of the Teaching Artist Institute, showcasing the power of #filmmaking and music to tell authentic stories. The ONE Campaign CEO Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli also highlighted the strength of #Africa’s #youth and #creativity in areas like #music, #food and #fashion. Amid fast-paced sessions, Arts for Global Development engaged attendees to share insights, creating purposeful moments for reflection, conversations and connections to #inspire innovative solutions. And we introduced our #ProjectH2O— an artist-led #water #sustainability initiative. 🙏 A huge thanks to Kate Warren, Jessica Rodriguez , Stephanie Heishman, Valeria del Castillo, and the Future View Productions, LLC teams for partnering with us. Kudos to Devex for an outstanding event!👏 Nil S. Paul Leeds Maya Parkins #DevExWorld #art4development #communitydoodleboard #interactivedesign #experimental #virtual #artexhibition Stories of Water: https://lnkd.in/diHBBpRT