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Find out how investing in the arts sector is helping build a creative, connected Calgary. Our annual Accountability & Impact Report for 2023 includes information on arts funding, participation and impact: artsaction.ca #yycArts

How does public art transform communities and foster cultural connections? Dive into our latest blog post exploring the power of public art in bridging divides and sparking dialogue. Let's discuss: https://lnkd.in/gnErBPJ3 #PublicArt #CommunityEngagement #CulturalDiversity #ArtistUprising 

"Change happens by listening and then starting a dialogue with the people who are doing something you don't believe is right." --Dr. Jane Goodall (widely credited, specific source unknown) Dr. Goodall understands that there can be no progress without dialogue, and listening is an essential element of dialogue. At UCA, we consider constantly how we are engaging in the advocacy process. Are we listening? Are we giving space for everyone to be heard? Are we listening openly and honestly to those we disagree with, with the intent to understand? It is sometimes challenging to juggle this ideal with the emotions we may feel in the moment about any particular situation. We are so grateful to all of you for engaging so thoughtfully with the legislature and with each other these last two months. It's hard work (albeit important work) sometimes, but seeing positive change encourages us that we're on the right path (check out the Session Report at the link in bio to see some of those positive changes!). As an aside: one of our staff enjoyed taking his family to the exhibit at the Natural History Museum of Utah, Becoming Jane, which is currently running at the museum through May 27. We encourage you to visit and learn more about the influential and determined Dr. Jane Goodall, her scientific endeavors, and also her strong advocacy for the things she believes in. Here's the link for the exhibit: https://lnkd.in/gfycUz-5 #UtahCulture #UtahAdvocacy #UtahMuseums #UtahHumanities #utleg #utpol Photo of Dr. Goodall by Nick Stepowyj, provided via Flickr at the link listed below, and licensed under Creative Commons 2.0. Image was modified to better fit in the designed graphic with the included quote. Image Title: Jane Goodall Image Description: Jane Goodall attending the 18th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival at the Maidstone Hotel in East Hampton, New York. Image Date: October 10, 2010 https://lnkd.in/gcZGMZ-V

Did you know that? The collaboration and exchange of ideas within artistic communities fuel innovation and creativity, driving cultural enrichment and societal progress. See the first comment to order your book now! #drjimraughton #hopefornewport #artandculture #transformationjourney #inspiringstories #communityresilience #legacyofart #artistsofhope

Join my Workshop on March 27th to learn about building websites for creatives and artists! If you are an artist or creative services companies, you need a website that works for your goals and helps you reach new audiences. It can be daunting for many of creatives, and for many it can lead to having no website and no plan to sell your products or services online. I want to help change this. For only $10 you can signup for my upcoming workshop on creating a website. We will talk about what thinking goes into creating a website, the types of websites and platforms to consider, as well as my tips and advice on how to get started in building your website either by yourself or with a web design professional. I will be packing this presentation with tips and tricks as well as actionable steps you can take. Can't wait to see some of you there! 😁

🎨📚 Calling all scholars, educators, and creatives! The 2025 AAHHE National Conference is accepting proposals across five dynamic session types. Whether your work involves Artivista approaches, educational innovation, or research on Latinx/a/o communities in higher ed, this is your chance to make an impact. 💡 Session types include: Art as Activism/Artivista Approaches: Engage through spoken word, theater, or visual arts. Educational Sessions: Share research and practice-based innovations. Interactive Workshops: Facilitate skills-based learning and discussion. Poster Presentations: Highlight groundbreaking research. Roundtables (Works in Progress): Exchange ideas on evolving projects. 🗓️ Deadline to submit: October 11, 2024 Submit your proposal and learn more: https://buff.ly/3XOZh7F #LatinxResearch #HigherEd #ArtAsActivism #LatinxCommunities #EquityInEducation #CallForProposals

This chapter focuses on “aesthetic play” and the “theatre of the (un)real” as characteristics of an arts-based methodology that experiments with the limitations of “faithful” representation and looks to fiction to examine what is most “real” in the lives of young people and their relationships to place.

Did you know that? Art education is vital in nurturing artistic talent, fostering critical thinking skills, and promoting cultural awareness among individuals of all ages. See the first comment to order your book now! #drjimraughton #hopefornewport #artandculture #transformationjourney #inspiringstories #communityresilience #legacyofart #artistsofhope

Being part of an art community offers numerous benefits, from networking opportunities to collaborative projects and mutual support. Engaging with an art community can help you grow as an artist, increase your visibility, and even boost your sales. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to build and engage with an art community effectively:

Did you know that the experience of going to a museum can be a good therapeutic activity that promotes social integration, provides an insight into our history, and develops feelings of participation and belonging? Yes! Also, this activity can improve the level of attention and concentration, the positive mood throughout, new learning, and opportunities for reflection and communication. #rehabilitation #mentalhealth #rehabilitationassistant #rehabassistant #socialinteraction