T​​ransformative Power of Art: Fostering Environmental Awareness and Human Well-being Through Creative Collaboration

Amid global challenges such as climate change, rapid urbanization, and ecosystem degradation, the role of humans in maintaining environmental balance becomes increasingly crucial. Art, as one of the most powerful forms of human expression, has significant potential to foster awareness, change attitudes, and drive actions towards achieving sustainable human well-being. By involving art colleges from both domestic and international institutions, we aim to develop a deeper understanding of how art and creativity can serve as forces for social and environmental transformation. Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential in addressing these complex issues. Art functions not only as an aesthetic medium but also as an educational and advocacy tool that can influence environmental and social policies. In this context, it is vital to understand and explore how art and human creativity can contribute to environmental balance and human welfare. Additionally, considering the impacts of technology and globalization, we seek to encourage local community participation in using their creativity to advocate for environmental sustainability and enhance overall societal well-being.

Scope & themes

1. Art as an Environmental Education Tool

• How visual arts, media arts, music, theater, and film are used to educate the public on environmental issues.
• Art projects that have successfully raised environmental awareness and promoted pro-environmental actions.

2. Ecosystems and Creativity: Positive Symbiosis for the Environment

• Case studies on collaborations between artists and scientists in environmental conservation projects.
• Art inspired by biodiversity and ecosystems.

3. Art in Environmental Policy and Advocacy

• The role of art in influencing environmental and social policies.
• Successful art campaigns and advocacy efforts driving policy changes.

4. Art, Human Well-being, and Environmental Impact

• The relationship between participation in the arts and improved community well-being.
• Art programs that help communities cope with climate change impacts and natural disasters.

5. Innovation and Technology in Environmental Art

• The use of new technologies in art to promote environmental sustainability.
• Digital art projects focused on environmental issues.

6. Local Wisdom and Traditional Art in Environmental Conservation

• The role of traditional art and culture in nature conservation.
• Integrating local art practices into modern conservation efforts.

7. Environmental Management and Awareness

• Raising awareness of environmental issues.
• Creating community awareness and concern for the environment.