Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization
Here you can find events that took place such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.
21 August 2024 3PM-4PM
Tramway, 25 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE
The network aimed to develop the strategic direction of social prescribing by sharing learning, good practice, and lessons across initiatives in Scotland. Attendees had the chance to hear from and participate in discussions with network leads, Community Link Workers, and a GP. This event was part of HAS Glasgow Day.
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23 August 2024 1:30PM-2:45PM
Gracemount Mansion , Gracemount Drive, Edinburgh, EH16 6QZ
The journey took participants from the verdant Gardens of Gracemount Mansion to the ancient, healing Balmwell. Attendees learned about the heritage and legends of this special place where kings once bathed, and practiced mindfulness in nature to support their well-being.
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19-21 August 2024
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Hearts&Minds' Clowndoctors visited children and young people in hospitals across Scotland for 25 years. Their therapeutic clowns brought joy, offered meaningful connections, and enhanced well-being.
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1-31 August 2024 6PM
Garden Lobby, The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh EH99 1SP
Hidden Sanctuary - An exhibition of screenprints created as part of an exciting national arts relay by participants with caring roles in collaboration with Bazooka Arts and Glasgow Print Studio.
21 August 2024 10:45AM-4PM
Healy Arts Charity shared the outcomes of their projects, which spanned diverse subject matters, including Haiku writing with people with Dementia at Maryhill Burgh Halls. They also discussed their ongoing work with volunteers on Dancing Wave - The Longest Temporary Mural in Glasgow.
19-23 August 2024
Scottish Parliament, Horse WYND, Edinburgh, EH99 1SP
Healing Arts Scotland is teaming up with the Festival of Politics with a series of discussions from leading experts from the worlds of politics, the arts and health on a variety of topics including dementia, mental health and resilience, trauma, ageism and inequality and how engagement in the arts can make a difference to all walks of life.
21 August 2024 1PM-2PM
A panel discussion with Indepen-Dance. This event was part of HAS Glasgow Day.
21 August 2024 12:15PM - 12:45PM
This performance was by Indepen-Dance's Evolve group. This event was part of HAS Glasgow Day.
6-10 August 2024 11AM-12PM
The Royal Scots Xlub, 29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 6QE
This story follows a brave young girl named Grace, who faces adversity and overcomes challenges with kindness. This story emphasises the importance of kindness and resilience, encouraging children to navigate their own challenges with grace and courage.
11-25 August 11:50AM - 12:50PM
ZOO Playground, High School Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1LZ
make the Bed was a 60-minute solo show that relied on gesture, physicality, and soundscapes as Ariela took the audience along with her on an anxiety-filled downward spiral. In showing her own struggle with mental illness, particularly anxiety, Ariela aimed to create a piece in which other anxious people could see their own experiences reflected. This piece was part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Experience the energizing world of Taiko drumming with Nemo Arts. Designed for adults facing poor mental health, the session offered a dynamic way to boost well-being, providing both a great workout and uplifting energy. This event was part of HAS Glasgow Day.
21 August 2024 1PM-1:30PM
Joined the Nemo Arts choir for an uplifting performance by their talented members. After enjoying the harmonies, participants had the chance to take part in a fun workshop, learning a song alongside the choir. This event was part of HAS Glasgow Day.