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https://www.maurareilly.com/pdf/essays/CIAFessay.pdf

Quote 1

"Out of concern for his white patients, who ‘seem to have the weight of the world on their shoulders,’ Bell seeks out therapy for himself and is analysed by Black Power leader Gary Foley. These different sessions are interwoven throughout the video, juxtaposed with racist jokes about Aborigines and word associations that reveal the unconscious racism within Australian culture: if you scratch an (white) Aussie, racism is always just beneath the surface"

• The white patient's decision to seek therapy reflects a recognition of the emotional burden and psychological impact of racism, both on individuals and communities. He also recognizes the importance of confronting one's own prejudices and seeking help to overcome them.

Quote 2 

"If the canon of art history is a hegemony – which I think we can all agree that it is – then, in the words of Griselda Pollock, how can we ‘difference it’? More importantly, how can we each do our parts, as curators, artists, teachers, scholars, museum directors, patrons, collectors and so on? And don’t we have an ethical responsibility to ensure that, if not the past, then our present and future are more inclusive than exclusive? But what are our options?"

• Overall, the statement offers a thought-provoking call to action, urging individuals and institutions to critically examine their role in perpetuating or challenging hegemonic structures within art history and to actively work towards a more diverse future. and inclusive for this field.

https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/what-is-curatorial-activism-9271/

Quote 1

This book is a celebration of these and other curatorial activist projects that have demonstrated that new approaches to curating are possible. But it is also a manifesto for change in the art world

• The statement conveys a sense of hope and urgency, suggesting that through collective efforts and innovative thinking, the art world can evolve towards greater inclusion, diversity and social relevance

Quote 2

These are not issues from the past, folks. This is now. We are living and working in an art world that cares little about racism and sexism, a world that appears to pre-date the women’s/civil and LGBTQ rights movements

• The statement serves as a wake-up call, reminding us that the fight for equality and inclusion is ongoing and that the art world must actively engage and address these challenges to achieve its potential as a platform for diversity.

curatorial activims It goes beyond traditional curatorial practices focused solely on selecting and presenting works of art to include a broader commitment to social change and advocacy. Curatorial activism involves curators taking a stand on pressing social issues, advocating for marginalized communities, and using exhibitions and programming as platforms for dialogue, critique, and activism.