Arts and Culture: The Missing Sustainable Development Goal
- Author
- https://thehumanhive.org/
- Published
- Wed 24 Aug 2022
- Episode Link
- https://thehumanhive.captivate.fm
“Arts & Culture should never be diminished because of the way it can bring people together, the way it can empower other people, and the way it can spark that dialogue.” Shaniqua Benjamin
The Human Hive podcast focuses on change making. And one great way we believe we can make lasting change for people and planet is through the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
However, we believe there is one SDG missing… Arts and Culture.
Arts and Culture is an incredibly important way for us to facilitate change, both in our own lives and the world around us.
Art brings different people together, enriches our lives, allows means of personal expression, and gives people purpose. And culture weaves itself through every aspect of our lives, helping us to appreciate each other and our diversity.
Join us for our very first takeover episode, hosted by Shaniqua Benjamin, poet, writer, creative workshop facilitator, and Croydon’s first Poet Laureate. She will talk about how Arts & Culture impact society and how they can enhance and complement the SDGs.
Mentioned in the episode:
Instagram: @shaniquabenjamin_
Twitter: @ShanqMarie
You can read Shaniqua's poem 'The Village' on Ink, Sweat & Tears
The Complete Freedom of Truth (TCFT): http://thecompletefreedomoftruth.com/
Young People Insight: https://youngpeopleinsight.wordpress.com/
Poetic Insight: Celebration & Moving Forward - watch here
Poetic Insight: Mental Health - watch here
YP Insight Talks Violent Crime - watch here
With thanks to:
Tina Ellen Lee, Artistic Director of Opera Circus. Tina will be our guest in Episode 6 on SDG 17, Partnerships for the Goals, so stay tuned!
Our interviewees: Obaida Sharkia, Elena Morina, Daniel Habte, Maria (Mia) Luiza, and Eduardo Zamorano.
Rosie Russell for the beautiful episode artwork.
Georgina Rose Swanson, Chetna Kapacee and Robert Golden for our promotional photos used on social media.
MUSIC AND POETRY:
Do The Wave: Lyrics: Zangi, Bruno, Josh, Endrit, Eduardo, Maja & more. Music & Production: David & Mikael. Vocals: Bruno, Endrit, Zangi, Daniel, Egzona, Eduardo, Endrit, Maja, Zoe, Martha & more
The Sun is Not For All: Lyrics: Mia, Bruno, Molly & Gina. Music & Production: Zangi, David & Mikael. Vocals: Mia, Bruno, Molly & Zangi
You’re Not Alone: Lyrics: Zangi, Molly, Gina, Francesco & Shaniqua. Music & Production: Zangi, David & Mikael. Vocals: Molly, Shaniqua, Zangi, Francesco, Eduardo, Rosie, Jade, Mia, Bruno & more
Transformation: Written and performed by Shaniqua
I Won’t Forget You: Written and read by Shaniqua
Women’s Anthem: Chorus written and sang by Mia. Spoken word verse written and performed by Mia
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Podcast produced and edited by Megan Bay Dorman
Introduced by Darren Abrahams
Theme music by Jim Pinchen
