LIVING CULTURES
FINAL THOUGHTS
(above) Jesse Campbell (Métis and Cree) shares his prints while sketching. (right) Jesse Campbell (Métis and Cree) working on a painted design.
Art can create pathways to reconciliation by fostering dialogue, curiosity and understanding in beautiful and powerful media. In order for these learning opportunities to be successful, they need to be conducted in a way that strengthens relationships, instead of repeating past colonial practices that can disempower and disenfranchise Indigenous artists. Our goal is for this guide to give you the tools and information you’ll need to find success in your program. We hope this toolkit has helped you, whether you are an organizer, programmer or artist, as you take part in these important programs of cultural exchange. We also hope that as you plan, run and participate in these programs, you are able to create equitable, powerful and long-lasting relations that will help you in all aspects of your work. Huy tseep q’u (Thank you)
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Living Cultures: An Empathy-Building Toolkit
