The Intersection of Art and Activism with Shawana Brooks

In this conversation, Tracy Rigdon interviews Shawana Brooks, a local visionary in the cultural scene in Jacksonville, Florida. They discuss topics such as the Moving the Margins program, artist residencies, art as a tool for civic engagement and social change, and the intersection of activism and art. They also touch on issues like homelessness, affordable housing, and the challenges faced by Black women. Shawana shares her upcoming exhibition, The Long Wait, which explores the concept of home and the importance of preserving ecosystems. The conversation highlights the need for open-mindedness, engagement, and continuous advocacy for the arts and education. Takeaways - Art can be a powerful tool for civic engagement and social change, allowing people to engage in honest and meaningful conversations about important issues. - Artist residencies provide opportunities for artists to create and have conversations about topics that are important to them and their communities. - Issues such as homelessness, affordable housing, and racial disparities continue to be significant challenges that need to be addressed through activism and art. - Art can serve as a platform for marginalized voices and can help raise awareness and understanding of their experiences. - The intersection of art and activism can empower individuals and communities to speak up, share their stories, and work towards positive change. - Preserving ecosystems and addressing environmental issues is crucial for ensuring a sustainable future and a place to call home. ** Music Tracks by Alex Grohl on Pixabay (Where applicable) ** Feel free to LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE.  Follow The Contrast Project online: ** https://www.thecontrastproject.tv/ ** ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheContrastProjectJax ** ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_contrast_project/ ** https://www.instagram.com/contrast_podcast_backup/ ** https://www.threads.net/@contrast_podcast_backup ** ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ContrastProjTV⁠⁠  ** https://www.youtube.com/@thecontrastproject7242 ** Streaming on all major platforms, including: ** https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project ** https://spoti.fi/3D4BHdg ** https://apple.co/3PGNSEE ** https://ihr.fm/3riy010 ** https://bit.ly/Contrast_Radio_Public Amazon : https://amzn.to/45UmqsC  ** You can help support The Contrast Project Lounge Podcast by visiting:  https://ko-fi.com/contrastprojectloungepodcast #ShawanaBrooks #ArtForChange #BIPOCArtists #SocialJusticeArt #CommunityEngagement #JacksonvilleArt #ArtActivism