What can art achieve in regions affected by crisis? How do artists engage in fostering human connections and peaceful conflict transformation, and what are the indispensable conditions for this? The «Art in Conflict» series explores fundamental questions of international peacebuilding through dialogues with practitioners and scholars from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. In the format of roundtable conversations, with two guests at a time, the series addresses specific topics in this field, drawing on both practical experiences and theoretical reflections. The discussions are moderated by the team of artasfoundation, the Swiss foundation for art in conflict regions, which has been initiating and organising art projects since 2012.

What does it mean to experiment with new, practice-oriented approaches in peacebuilding? Which methods and tools do the performing arts provide for this purpose? We will discuss these questions with Diana Rojas (director, performer, researcher at HKB), joining on-site, and Chimène Costa (artistic director, dancer, actress, cultural manager), joining online. Both work or conduct research at the intersection of art and society – particularly with vulnerable communities, including in Colombia and Mozambique, who have experienced violence. At the core of their practice are personal stories, documentary approaches, and a profound interest in suppressed, forgotten, and marginalised narratives.

Spontaneous participation on site is always possible. Online participation is possible with prior registration. Free entry. The event will be held in English.
For the event on 26. November, please register here

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