Theme: Social Justice

Social justice is a prevalent topic of discussion, and call to action, across the globe and through the media, focused on the assurance of equity, fundamental rights and fairness across and within societies. The United Nations defines social justice as foundational, addressing it as “an underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations.”

This theme invites consideration of the role creative practitioners have in seeking social justice across societies. How can the creative arts tackle injustices, and how, in the past, may the arts have supported them? What does justice look like, and what barriers restrict access to this? What structures reinforce inequalities and how can these be highlighted and tackled? How is social justice perceived and communicated across different societies?

Through sub-themes including ideas of identity, inclusivity, narratives, bodies, play, education, action and communities, our students have worked on projects that tackle these questions head on.