«Upheavals as a space for art – Voices from Syria and Serbia»
artasfoundation

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.

 Syria and the Arab world stand at a historic crossroads, while European countries like Serbia are also undergoing profound transformations. This moment of great uncertainty may give rise to new forms of oppression and conflict, but it also presents an opportunity to build fairer and more democratic structures.
In conversation with Abdullah Alkafri (Ettijahat – Independent Culture) and Milan Vračar Milan Vračar (Kulturanova), joining online, we explore the upheavals in Serbia and Syria, alongside wider dynamics in the Arab world and Eastern Europe. The focus is on the role of art and culture in societal change: How can they open spaces for dialogue, resistance, and new visions?

Spontaneous participation on site is always possible. Online participation is possible with prior registration. It’s free entry and the event will be held in English.

For the event on 15 October, please register here.

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