ÀGORA CÍVICA

Encounters and misencounters. The formats, boundaries and languages of art in the face of conflict

Place: MACBA
Room: Auditori Meier
Date: 26/09/2025
Time: 17:45 - 18:55
Session curated by: The Culture and Citizenship team, from the Ministry of Culture
Speakers: Roberta Bacic, Xabier Paya, Aida Šehović, Maider Maraña

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What formats, boundaries, and languages can art take in the face of conflict? Culture often plays a role in prompting social reflection, fostering listening, empathy, and dialogue, even in disagreement, within contested spaces. In this context, art and creativity offer innovative tools that allow us to go beyond what can be expressed rationally, opening the way to new insights and perspectives. Yet, is every artistic or creative initiative truly free to express emotions and ideas? How can we safeguard artistic freedom and expression while upholding an essential ethical foundation?