Arts, Education, & Human Rights

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Through an exploration of visual art that has been used in prominent human rights campaigns, from protest art to large-scale public installations, this course will explore the intersection of the arts and human rights and how the two intersect to catalyze social change in communities across the globe, and inspire human rights movements. Throughout this course, will become familiar with artists, movements and/or institutions, and practitioners and organizations working at this intersection. Lastly, through collaborative activities and class discussions, students will understand use of the visual arts, as a tool for understanding how societies process and critically reflect upon human rights issues directly impacting them.