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NYC World Trade Center Visit Depending on your age, you probably have memories of where you were and what you were doing on the morning of 9/11/2001. However, those memories, as is only natural, have probably faded, unless maybe you were actually there that day. I had an opportunity to visit the 9/11 museum last weekend in NYC. And my memoires had in fact faded.  The museum resurrected those memories and all that that event entailed: how individuals responded – whether first responders, people in the buildings, the passengers and crew who made sure flight 93 did not reach its target – the physical destruction and deaths, and so much more. It was so powerful. It is a remarkable remembrance of a terrible time and loss, and a testament to what can be the best (and worst) aspects of humankind. And sadly, the world continues to suffer from some of the worst nature of humankind. However, I strongly encourage everyone who has the opportunity to visit the 9/11 museum, but have not yet done so, to make the visit. Whether you have memories of that day or not. It is well worth it. https://lnkd.in/ef6qWmGA https://lnkd.in/ehYQx_yr (Scroll down for video - a short video w images and voices of the day) https://lnkd.in/euw2fJzN (History Channel reviews the days chronology and events)

“Whether you’re eight or eighty, you want your world to work for you.” This quote from the “Unlimited by Design” exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York encapsulates the spirit of universal design. The same conditions for everyone, no matter their age, rather than special solutions for the select few. But what is behind the term “universal design”? How does the approach, which is at once both #innovative and universal, address the challenges of demographic change? Read more at https://lnkd.in/g4NCaG_q

finishing SHL - Sussex Digital Humanities Lab Week programme with 'Feminism Confronts AI': Professor Judy Wajcman's lecture, contending there is still insufficient focus on the ways in which gendered power relations are embedded in technoscience - including AI. Persuasive so far! Update: Lecture covers history of technofeminism, intersecting with other theories. Then: who is in the room/on the board, gender data gaps, the value of labour (e.g. carework), the absent marginalised users/workers in tech events & design. Ends by situating feminist technoscience as a matter of social justice (equal access to well-paid and interesting work for women & other marginalised groups) epistemic justice (a wider range of perspectives and experiences --> better tech). Q&A starts with a critical reflection on who is in the lecture room... 

The VISION 20/50: an (im)possible festival is such a dream project to be part of, a component of the celebration of 50yrs of Arts Outwest. Using the framework of a hypothetical arts festival in the year 2050, we are asking today's regional artists, who are connected to the Central West, to use their arts practice and their ideas as a mode for imagining and proposing an aspirational future for our world. "It’s the year 2050 and it’s the launch of the Central West’s region-wide new Festival of Arts and Culture – VISION 20/50. But what does the future look like for the NSW Central West? Who are the artists in this festival and what is the work that they are making? How has the world and the region changed and what role does art play in engineering our future?" There's still time for artists who have a connection to the Central West to join a workshop and submit an EOI to take part in this innovative journey! https://lnkd.in/gCNv3XtB Delivered by Arts Outwest and supported by Charles Sturt University, and the Regional Arts Fund.

If you are interested in how a class-based approach can inform contemporary museum theory and practice, have a look at this open-source article I wrote with Serena Iervolino for the latest issue of Museum Worlds

Looking forward to this one. sharing elements of the process that we developed for Decolonising Memory. Book Now https://lnkd.in/deyAFui6

WHAT IS A MEMORY CAFE? A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking. Memory cafés meet at a variety of places, including coffeehouses, museums, or community organizations. Each memory café is different. Some cafés invite guest artists, some offer education about memory changes. And some are just for relaxing and chatting. But, all cafés share one goal — to help guests feel comfortable and to know that they are not alone. Cafés are a place to talk with others who understand what you are going through. You can forget about your limitations and instead focus on your strengths. - Boston.gov To view the Massachusetts memory cafe directory, please click here https://buff.ly/3WnYLhL

“Whether you’re eight or eighty, you want your world to work for you.” This quote from the “Unlimited by Design” exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York encapsulates the spirit of universal design. The same conditions for everyone, no matter their age, rather than special solutions for the select few. But what is behind the term “universal design”? How does the approach, which is at once both innovative and universal, address the challenges of demographic change? Read More at https://lnkd.in/gk8mxavQ

- The local museum is a treasure trove of history and culture. - It offers visitors a glimpse into the past and a deeper understanding of their community. - The museum showcases a diverse range of exhibits that cater to all interests and ages. - It is a place for history buffs, art enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the world around them. - The museum has knowledgeable staff and engaging displays. - Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich heritage of their town or city. - It is not just a place to learn, but also a space to connect with others and foster a sense of community pride. #coursera #spread #certificate #knowledge #ContinuousLearning #CareerGrowth #SkillsUpgrade #EducationMatters #KnowledgeIsPower #SkillBuilding #Upskilling #OnlineCourses #LearningOpportunities #LinkedInLearning #CertificationGoals #CareerAdvancement 

Don’t miss the submission deadline, September 3, 2023 for the 8th EIASM WORKSHOP ON MANAGING ARTS AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS! The workshop will take place in Innsbruck, Austria - November 30 - December 1, 2023. Chairpersons: Luca Zan (Bologna University – Italy); Martin PIBER (Universität Innsbruck – Austria), Michael HABERSAM (Universität Innsbruck – Austria). Our goal is to bring together scholars from various disciplines and building on multiple empirical contexts (e.g. Museums, theaters, festivals, European Capitals of Culture, etc.) to debate on the current trends of arts organizations. We encourage co-authoring by professionals and academics, as well as creative manners for presenting field research (such as photos, videos, posters, exhibitions or poems, …). We especially encourage PhD-students to submit proposals and contribute to the discourse. More details: https://lnkd.in/etp_apzi