Monday, February 14, 2011

RTV # 7- HAVE IMPACT! Support ART as a catalyst for change!

photo copyright- T. Dewar

A year of Raising the Village. Week #7





...Have you considered art as a way to express and support the social change you wish to see?

Historically the arts have been a catalyst for social change and personal and collective expression. Here are two examples that will surely have you reaching for your paintbrush...and asking your neighbour to do the same!

Melanie Schambach is an artist, facilitator and activist who brings people together to capture their voice, passions and social concerns through art. http://www.melanieschambach.com

Arts on the Ave Edmonton Society is a non-profit, community based, grassroots initiative engaged in developing a sector of their community into an arts district. At its core, Arts on the Ave believes in cultivating artistic fellowship through arts celebrations, signature art festivals, and traditions.

http://www.artsontheave.org or http://www.theavenuemovie.com

Village Raising Tip: Consider the impact art can have on your community! Bring together children, youth, and community groups to foster their collective community leadership and unique brand of creativity!

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