Paintvine UK’s Post

I’ve been a bit slow getting started reporting back about this incredible Churchill Fellowship experience. But that’s mainly because there’s been so much happening and so much to process. The project is : Investigating Cocreating Opera with and for Marginalised Audiences, but is expanding for me, to be more broadly about the power and enormous value of collaborative and inclusive arts practices. While there is certainly a place for Cultural Democratisation (eg reduced ticket prices, free festival events etc) this still operates in a hierarchical context - making it somewhat easier for people to experience ‘good art’ - Art, Music, Theatre, Opera from the canon, made by professionals for others to consume. Cultural Democracy though, the potential outcome of practices like Co-creation, offers not only the production of new works of art through the inclusion of different and new artistic voices, but invites us to consider a whole other way to think about Art - how and why we make it and with whom. The tension will always be creating and supporting projects that have both a valuable social impact and a beautiful artistic outcome. This is clearly possible. I’m spending time with people and in projects that achieve exactly this. But you have to be prepared to play the long game. The most successful of these projects are years in the making. I’ve seen incredible works made with refugees, prisoners, communities at risk of social isolation and children and their families in impoverished neighbourhoods. I’ll post links to short docos made about some of these. They’re extremely inspiring.

Powerful societies are strategic in teaching their children their way of life, philosophy and culture. What is the Saint Lucian vision philosophy and culture? Do we teach it nationally? The Youth Summer Arts Platform is but one critical seed in nation building and citizen development.

#dtemcares HERITAGE DAY REFLECTION: Understanding Each Other's Journeys As we celebrate Heritage Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible diversity we encounter daily, not just in our broader society but right here in our classrooms. Each student walks a different path, carrying with them unique experiences, struggles, and stories. For some, it's the pressure of juggling academics with family responsibilities; for others, it’s the daily challenge of affording transport to get to class. We all have our own hardships, and it can be easy to forget that the person sitting next to you in class might be facing challenges you know nothing about. Some days, just making it to campus is a victory in itself. This Heritage Day, I encourage each of us to be more understanding and patient—not just with our classmates, but also with our families and ourselves. Take time to truly see each other, to listen, and to offer a hand when you can. And if you're feeling overwhelmed, know that it’s okay to seek help. There’s strength in reaching out. At the same time, we must be mindful not to take advantage of the understanding and support we extend to one another. Misrepresenting our struggles can make it harder for those truly in need to receive the help they deserve. Let’s stay honest with ourselves and each other, fostering a community built on trust and integrity. Let’s work towards building a classroom and a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported—because when we stand together, we’re stronger.

Discovering Our Roots: Embracing the Past, Present, and Future Uncover the significance of our roots, encompassing our origin, current endeavors, and future aspirations. Join us as we recount our shared experiences attending multiple schools in East Longmeadow, reflecting on personal growth and cultural identity. #RootsAndIdentity #EmbracingOrigin #CulturalHeritage #PersonalGrowth #SchoolMemories #EastLongmeadowExperience #DiverseBackgrounds #JourneyOfSelf #EducationMatters #FutureAspirations

Our 9th Annual Summer Intensive is just 1 week away! The revolution needs our endurance and coming together in community of practice is one way to nourish and sustain ourselves and each other for the long-haul. This year, we'll be practicing with building and sustaining relational, collective power in the midst of such times of unconscionable violence and suffering. Some of the edges we'll be working with: How do we work with our personal and collective power as a tool of liberation (and not oppression/domination)? How do we work with our personal and collective power with precision in service of creating new, liberated worlds?  How do we nurture and protect our committments to liberation and each other - on this path? Join us - June 29 & 30, ONLINE, from 10-4pm ET. *For those unable to make it live, the intensive will be recorded for self-study. **Solidarity scholarships available for folks directly working/organizing for Palestinian, Black and Indigenous liberation! Register here: https://lnkd.in/dyVtpRvA

a journey worth taking

Here are the different areas of Student Success that you can support this year: - Bridge the Gap Scholarship - E.Perkins Study Abroad Scholarship - Falcon Racing - Baja SAE - SoulCare small group - SPU Student Veterans - Student Emergency Fund - Student Fashion Group (MODE) Annual Fashion Show Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGbTWki7 #SPUGive #givingday #studentsuccess #spustories

June is #NationalIndigenousHistory month! Over the month of June, we are celebrating the rich and diverse cultures, voices and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people who are positively impacting the world. Learn how the Carleton University community has taken important steps towards integrating Indigenous history, experiences, and ways of knowing into all areas of campus life and how you can learn and engage in Indigenous history and culture throughout the month and beyond. https://lnkd.in/g4mhMuY5

Corporate College recently had the incredible opportunity to host executive leaders from 100 Black Men of America, Inc. for their executive leadership retreat. I had the privilege of leading a session titled "Education's Post-Pandemic Evolution: What We Provide Matters," and later joined Herman Bulls, vice chairman and international director at JLL, to discuss "Organizational Leadership, Governance, and Impact." Educational leaders, how do you see the role of education evolving in the post-pandemic world?