workshop for artists, cultural professionals and human rights organisations
September 30th, 4–6:30 pm | WUK-Projektraum
Währinger Str. 59, 1090 Wien
Registration until September 21st at kultureninbewegung@vidc.org.
Opening Statements by: Tayo Alemi aka Authentically Plastic, Salomé Jashi, Klara Koštal, Miriam Mona Mukalazi, Vahida Ramujkić. Moderation: Noura Maan
The status of artistic freedom is a seismograph for how just, open, and equal a society is.In times of increasing political pressure, restrictions and financial austerity, artists and their practices are often the first ones to be targeted and silenced. Across the world, artists are facing growing pressure through censorship, political interference, and intimidation, making strategies of support and resistance increasingly urgent. Protecting artistic freedom as a human right cannot be an individual endeavour – it is the collective responsibility of institutions, organisations, and communities. Sharing knowledge and learning from each other's practices is a concrete way to protect artistic freedom.
This workshop will bring together artists from various international backgrounds as well as cultural professionals, and representatives from the human rights sector.
Five opening statements by artists and civil society representatives will provide insights into the topic of artistic freedom as a human right, and forms of collaboration and resistance. Participants will then come together for small group discussions, allowing for an environment of collaborative learning and reflection.
The event will be held in English and under Chatham House Rule. Barrier-free access: Please reserve wheelchair spaces when registering.