A Conversation about the Role of Arts and Culture in Movement Building
We all recognize that we are living in exciting and unpredictable political times. The occupy/decolonize movement has mobilized and raised the consciousness of the 99% to confront the 1% of corporate wealth. What is the role of arts, culture and media organizations? What does it mean to help amplify the voices and uplift the struggles of the 99%? On this digital dialogue, we heard from cultural workers and organizers who are working with front line communities to advance social, economic and racial justice.
Special Featured Guests:
- Elandria Williams, The Highlander Research and Education Center
- Carol Ammons & Danielle Chynoweth, Urbana Champaign Independent Media Center
- Michele Welsing, The Southern California Library (The People's Library)
- Matt Howard, Iraq Veterans Against the War
- Lori Hurlebaus, Under the Hood Cafe and Outreach Center
Moderated by Betty Yu, Center for Media Justice
