Collaborating in Fragile Contexts and in Processes of Social Transformation https://www.zhdk.ch/?furthereducation_aic
International artistic cooperation in fragile contexts and in situations of conflict has attracted growing attention. The potential of art to empower so-called marginalized communities, to support processes of social transformation is internationally recognized. For artists, curators and organizers, as well as for donor agencies, professional work in this field requests specific skills. They involve the knowledge of contemporary art practices, international cooperation and humanitarian work. By combining a theoretical and an artistic approach to crucial theories and practices, the modules of the CAS provide the framework for an in-depth involvement. Participation The training is designed for members of internationally cooperating organizations (development cooperation, diplomatic service, NGOs) working in fragile contexts, who wish to professionalize their approach to artistic projects; experienced artists (visual arts, performing arts) and curators who wish to further develop their understanding of strategies and theories of international collaboration; artists, curators, or organizers living in fragile contexts or situations of social transformation who wish to involve international partners in their projects (fellowships covering all costs of the CAS can be provided for participants from fragile contexts). Objectives Participants gain a critical understanding of the potential and limitations of working with art in fragile contexts and processes of social transformation. They develop a sensitive approach to artistic collaboration and learn how to evaluate its qualities and social relevance. Experienced practitioners and researchers present for discussion artistic strategies and methods for project development, management and evaluation. Participants develop models of art project cycle management oriented according to do-no-harm principles and with the aim of achieving sustainable outcomes. Modules The training consists of four modules held either at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) or in a region, where exemplary international art projects can be studied. Participants can choose different combinations according to their professional backgrounds and needs, with the exception of module 2, which can only be attended based on preparatory module 1. Participants who wish to obtain the Certificate of Advanced Studies conclude with an individual project in the framework of module 4. Timeframe February 35 2017: Module 1 Sensitive Collaboration. Three-days training at Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) May 2017: Module 2 International Projects and Local Premises. Eight-days training in Georgia or Lebanon (please get in touch for updated information about date and place!) September 2017: Module 3 Art Project Development and Cycle Management. Three-days training at Zurich University of the Arts (please get in touch for updated information about dates!) Individual Schedule: Module 4 Designing Individual Projects. Thesis with experts mentoring (at Zurich University of Arts or through Skype) Diploma Certificate of Advanced Studies (15 ECTS) Advisory Board Günther Bächler (FDFA Switzerland), Hanan Hajj Ali (artivist, Lebanon), Daniel Glinz (Cinfo, Switzerland), Dani Kouyaté (griot and film maker, Burkina Faso), Michelle LeBaron (University of British Columbia, Canada), David Keller (Zurich University of the Arts, Switzerland), Dagmar Reichert (artasfoundation and Zurich University of the Arts, Switzerland), James Thompson (University of Manchester, England) Apply now! If you are interested in enrolling for single modules or for the entire study program, please apply with a CV (detailed information about education, work experience and projects/participations), and a personal statement (5001000 words) until November 27 2016. The admission committee has two sessions (2nd of September 2016 and 1st of December 2016). - Director of Studies Dr. Marcel Bleuler artasfoundation, Switzerland Executive Director artasfoundation Dr. Dagmar Reichert Head of Further Education Prof. Elisabeth Danuser Contact Zurich University of the Arts Toni-Areal Center Further Education Administration Pfingstweidstrasse 96 8005 Zürich +41 43 446 51 78 Email Opening Hours Administration Center Further Education (5C01) Monday Friday 1.30 5.00 pm The course is produced by the Center of Further Education at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) in collaboration with artasfoundation, the Swiss Foundation for Art in Regions of Conflict. More Information > Download Brochure Application > Download Application Form -- Asociatia Oberliht / Association http://oberliht.com . . . . . . . . . . . https://lists.idash.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/oberlist portal informational pentru arta si cultura din/dincolo de Moldova information gateway for arts and culture from Moldova & beyond _______________________________________________ oberlist mailing list [email protected] https://lists.idash.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/oberlist
