ULTIMATE JEWELRY

Incorporating diverse voices and perspectives in the curriculum to challenge the dominance of Eurocentric knowledge and narratives.

Including non-Western artistic practices and aesthetics in the teaching of art and design to broaden students' understanding of creativity.

Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment that acknowledges and values cultural diversity, where students can express their cultural identities without fear of discrimination.

Encouraging students to critically reflect on the impact of colonialism on cultural production and consumption, and how it continues to shape our society

Providing opportunities for students to engage with local communities and learn from indigenous or marginalised cultural practitioners, rather than only focusing on canonised cultural figures or institutions

Supporting the development of students' own cultural identities and creative expressions, rather than imposing a singular notion of creativity or cultural value.

Collaborating with community organisations and cultural institutions to promote more diverse and accessible cultural experiences for students, and to challenge the power dynamics that perpetuate colonial legacies in the arts.

2. Community-based creativity and cultural participation: This discourse emphasises the importance of community-led cultural production and participation, rather than relying on individualistic or market-driven approaches It involves valuing the knowledge and skills of local communities and creating spaces for them to express themselves creatively.

Some practical approaches:

Facilitating community-led cultural events and festivals

Encouraging collaboration and partnerships between community groups, artists, and cultural institutions

Supporting artist residencies and workshops in local communities.

Providing access to creative spaces and equipment for community use

Promoting cultural diversity and inclusivity in all community-based cultural activities

Providing training and education for community members to develop their creative skills and knowledge

Encouraging the documentation and preservation of local cultural traditions and history . Fostering intergenerational exchange of cultural knowledge and skills

Conducting research and evaluation to measure the impact and effectiveness of community-based cultural initiatives

3. Critical creativity and cultural participation: This discourse encourages critical reflection on the ways in which creativity and cultural participation intersect with power and privilege. It involves questioning the dominant narratives around creativity and culture, and identifying the ways in which they can reinforce inequalities and exclusions.

Some practical approaches:

Encourage students to question the dominant narratives around creativity and culture, and to critically examine the ways in which they can reinforce inequalities and exclusions Incorporate diverse cultural perspectives and voices into the curriculum and classroom discussions to broaden students' perspectives and challenge their assumptions

Provide opportunities for students to engage in creative expression that reflects their own cultural backgrounds and experiences

Facilitate discussions around power and privilege in creative industries and cultural institutions, and the impact they have on who is represented and valued

Use media literacy skills to analyse how media and advertising perpetuate dominant cultural narratives and shape our perceptions of creativity and culture

Encourage students to engage in community-based cultural activities and events, and to critically reflect on their role in promoting cultural understanding and social justice

4. Participatory creativity and cultural participation: This discourse focuses on creating opportunities for active participation and cocreation in cultural production, rather than passive consumption. It involves valuing the agency and creativity of audiences and users, and creating spaces for them to engage with cultural content in meaningful ways.

Some practical approaches:

Co-creation: Invite people to participate in the creative process, foster participants sense of ownership and investment in cultural production, while also promoting diversity and inclusivity. To make co-creation more effective, it's important to create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing their ideas and perspectives.