ArtCorps
Mission:
ArtCorps is a leader in using art to promote social justice in Central America. ArtCorps forms strategic partnerships with grassroots development organizations in order to improve their capacity to educate, empower and mobilize communities around critical issues that threaten their livelihood. During a three-year partnership, ArtCorps places Artists trained in Art for Social Action in communities served by the organizations. In collaboration with the NGO and community groups, the Artists use murals, theater, storytelling, music, puppetry and other creative facilitation techniques to inspire and educate people to participate in improving their communities. At the same time, the Artists train partner organizations to integrate arts-based tools into their education and outreach programs.
Results:
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PEMYouthPrograms
11/18/11
My experience with Art Corps began in the Summer of 2011 when I was asked to join their Event Committee for the fall 2011 Raising Spirits fundraiser. I was more than happy to do so as I really believe in their mission of social justice, environmental education, and community building through art. ...
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Fana
03/30/11
Art as a form of communication opens doors and hearts much wider than other more standard ways. This organizations reaches people in their own communities to see the environment as the precious resource that it is. By focusing on the youth of the community, the message is sure to be spread and to...
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Landscape Painter
03/30/11
I strongly believe in community service and dedicate time each week to volunteer. As a professional artist I seek opportunities to use my experience and passion for the arts.
I became involved with ArtCorps intrigued by the potential of using art for social justice. I started by helping to ...
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