You are invited to join this year’s Forum - “Healing the Hurt”- a discussion and conversation about the role of creativity and art in promoting well being, recovery and social connection.
Sunday October 24 - 2pm to 4pm - Venue - Ron Hurley Auditorium
28 Tallowwood Street Seven Hills Brisbane
“If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow their vision wherever it takes… We must never forget that art is not a form of propaganda; it is a form of truth.” ~ John F. Kennedy”
If you are interested in how art and creative activity can make a positive contribution to improved mental health and build community connections - please come along and join the conversation.
The 2021 Forum “Healing the Hurt” is free and all are welcome - please note - the Forum will follow COVID safe guidelines for the entire event - including using the venue safe seating plan and use of hand sanitiser by all participants. The Festival recommends the wearing of face masks during this event and thanks you for your cooperation.
In 2021 the Festival is delighted to have a panel of distinguished speakers with a diverse range of experience
Forum Speakers
Delvene Cockatoo-Collins - First Nations Artist and Designer
Professor Ross Young - Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development) University of the Sunshine Coast
Susan Gilmartin - Operations Manager Upbeat Arts
Jenny Jump - Artist and Designer
MC and Facilitator:
Tony Anderton - Artistic Director Mad Hatter's Festival