The SJDA Research Group Turns Two! 
This month marks the second anniversary of the Social Justice & Diversity in the Arts (SJDA) Research Group! Over the past two years, this research group has been actively engaged in projects and research focused on how we can navigate artistic practices in socially just ways. From creating inclusive spaces for dance students to uncovering wisdom in Black and migrant barbershops, establishing a protest choir, developing educational modules, and understanding gentrification from the perspective of migrant communities—the work of SJDA is transforming art education and our society.

Celebration at Pakhuis de Zwijger
On Wednesday, 4 September, at 19:30, we will celebrate this special anniversary with an inspiring evening at Pakhuis de Zwijger. Interested in how a social justice approach can lead to real change in art education and society? Join us for this inspiring evening, where innovative projects surrounding inclusivity and diversity will be explored.

The evening will feature a keynote by decolonial thinker Professor Rolando Vázquez (University of Amsterdam), presentations, performances, and the launch of SJDA’s new publication. This publication, reflecting on impactful projects and research approaches, will be available for €9 (special student price: €4.50).

Would you like to attend this unique and inspiring evening?
For more information and registration: https://dezwijger.nl/programma/transformative-research 
Admission is free. 
Please note: The programme will be conducted in English.


Also on Wednesday, 4 September: 
In the afternoon, from 16:30-18:00 (doors open at 16:00), three parallel workshops will take place in the Culture Club and the Learning Lab at the Marineterrein.