Artivism involves using creative and artistic means to bring about social or political change. It can take the form of many mediums, including film, photography, visual art, literature and poetry.
Studies show that artivism is more effective than traditional activism. Audiences are more receptive to the messaging behind artivist campaigns, which are oftentimes more memorable.
Artivism offers a unique platform for marginalised people to use their voices and drive change. How can we harness it in the Commonwealth, where free expression appears to be in retreat?
This Critical Conversation brings together young creative activists from across the Commonwealth. They share their experiences of combining art and activism to answer vital questions:
Can art influence the way we think and act as individuals, and as a society?
How can artists work with civil society to accelerate social change?
Featuring:
PilAto
Aretha Brown
Rae Wiltshire
Aranya Johar
Image: ‘Time is on our side, you Mob’ (2018) by Aretha Brown