MISAHAT PODCAST – The importance of Visual Arts in depicting the environmental dilemma with a plug
In this episode of the Misahat Podcast, we had the privilege of hosting Ahmed Jlassi, a distinguished individual hailing from Tunisia. Ahmed is not only a talented photographer but also a professor and an accomplished artist. During the conversation, our guest generously shared his extensive experiences, particularly focusing on his teaching endeavors in Gabes, where he imparted valuable insights on the critical subjects of climate justice and pollution. Ahmed's contributions extend further as he delves into the pivotal role that photography plays in shedding light on the current environmental challenges in Gabes, with a particular emphasis on Chat Salem. Additionally, Ahmed shares his invaluable experiences in guiding and mentoring photography enthusiasts who participated in an artistic bootcamp that took place from September 11th to September 17th, 2023, at No Name Artistic Studio Lab. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRScma0MXWk Danseurs Citoyens Sud · أهمية الفنون البصرية في تصوير مخلفات المعضلة البيئية بقابس
MISAHAT PODCAST – Performing Arts and their role in translating pressing issues
In this episode of the "Misahat Podcast," we had the honor of hosting Sheima Ouakajja, a Tunisian artist whose profound passion for theater exudes a powerful resonance. Sheima delves into the profound importance of art as a potent instrument for highlighting urgent social and environmental issues. Furthermore, she shares valuable insights regarding her involvement in the art bootcamp organized by "Danseurs Citoyens Sud," which unfolded from September 11th to 17th ,2023. The bootcamp was centered around the theme of climate justice and had the overarching objective of shedding light on environmental injustices in Gabes through a diverse array of artistic expressions. By employing art as a tool for advocacy, the bootcamp created a space for artists to voice their concerns, engage the community, and engage in dialogue about the pressing social and environmental issues affecting the local citizens. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fljJ9j23AQE Danseurs Citoyens Sud · الفنون الأدائية و دورها في ترجمة القضايا الملحّة
MISAHAT PODCAST – Physical expression and theater at the service of environmental causes
In this episode of “Misahat Podcast”, we had the honor of hosting Assem Bettouhami, a true artist with roots in the city of Gabes. As a gifted actor, director, and dancer, Assem played a pivotal role in guiding participants through the world of performing arts during the Art Bootcamp held from September 11th to 17th, 2023 at No Name - Artistic Studio Lab and implemented by “Danseurs Citoyens Sud”. Join us as we dive deep into Assem's incredible journey from Gabes to the global stage, and discover how his artistic pursuits intersect with his commitment to the environment. Assem brings a unique perspective to the table, showcasing how the performing arts can be a powerful medium for raising awareness about climate justice and the pressing problem of pollution. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cT7_ZAJVnU Danseurs Citoyens Sud · التعبير الجسدي و المسرح في خدمة القضايا البيئية
Art as a means of advocating for women under abuse
How important is it to engage women’s cause in the realm of dance generally and in Misahat Noon’s Project particularly? A question that we touched upon in Misahat Podcast with our guest, the American dance choreographer “Heather Harrington” whose experience included valuable collaborations with choreographers from the MENA region to raise awareness towards violence against women. Misahat Noon is a project implemented by DCS and supported by the US Embassy in Tunisia. It maily seeks to fight for the rights of women under abuse. Our guest asserted that her contribution was inspired by the American modern dance teacher “Martha Graham” who managed to revolutionize the world of dance with her innovative and individualistic techniques and sought to empower females. In January 2023, our guest had closely assisted a group of dancers in the context of an Art Bootcamp in Tataouine aimed at uncovering social discriminatory and violent practices. During the workshops, Heather highlighted the importance of engaging dancers in stimulating discussions and debates that delved into thought-provoking topics such as violence, gender, religion, and power. These conversations provided an opportunity for participants coming from different backgrounds to explore and analyze the complex dynamics of these issues both locally and internationally. By opening up such
The role of art in fostering civic engagement
Art is widely recognized as a powerful tool for promoting civic participation and fostering social cohesion, a principle that lies at the core of the "Misahat Mushtaraka" program implemented by « Dancers Citizens South » organization. This project aims to create a safe space built on collaboration among different components of civil society and seeks to consolidate individual rights and freedoms. In the same context, this podcast features Mr. Houssin Rhili, a specialist in development and resource management at the Faculty of Science in Tunis, and Mr. Ahmed Guerfel, a professional artist and Executive Director of DCS organization. This dialogue addressed the role of art in raising awareness about contemporary social, economic, and cultural issues, as well as the importance of networking a large number of associations to integrate the youth in public affairs. Mr. Houssin Rhili highlighted the outcomes of « Misahat Mushtaka » project during the period from June 2022 to June 2023 which included a series of initiatives. The most significant among them were invading public spaces through street art performances in five southeastern regions and panel discussions in cafés, with a strong focus on Art Bootcamps. For years, our guest has been committed to solidifying the principle of
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