Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization

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Here you can find events such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.

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A patch-making arts workshop - Jacket for a Journey

19 August 2024, 11AM - 6PM

No17, 17 Boswall Road, EH5 3RWm, Edinburgh

Two all-day drop-in motorbike patch making workshops delivered at St Columba’s and a celebratory evening bringing the project to a close, participants are invited to collaborate in the gradual decoration of vintage leather jackets.

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Healing Arts Scotland at The Festival of Politics

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.

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11-25 August 11:50AM - 12:50PM

ZOO Playground, High School Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1LZ

make the Bed is a 60-minute solo show that relies on gesture, physicality, and soundscapes as Ariela brings the audience along with her on an anxiety-filled downward spiral. In showing her own struggle with mental illness, particularly anxiety, Ariela wanted to create a piece in whihc other anxious people could see their own experiences reflected. This piece is part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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Sound and Light Healing Journey

August 19 2024 7:30PM-8:45PM

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 36 Dalmeny St, Edinburgh , EH6 8RG

Join us for an enchanting evening under the Full Moon in Aquarius as we immerse ourselves in a soothing and rejuvenating light and sound journey. This experience is designed to engage the subconscious mind, promote mindfulness, and connect with the community.

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Clowndoctors at Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, Edinburgh

19 August 2024 9:30AM

Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, 50 Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4TJ

Hearts&Minds' Clowndoctors have been visiting children and young people in hospital in Scotland for 25 years. Our therapeutic clowns bring joy, offer meaningful connection, and enhance well-being. (Please note this event is not open to the general public)

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Dementia - The Power of Dance and Personalised Playlists

19 August 2024 1:45PM-3:15PM

Scottish Parliament, Horse Wynd, Edinburgh EH99 1SP

Research demonstrates that participatory art forms empower the artist in everyone, moving beyond a diagnosis and offering a window of expression, and joy, taking the whole person into consideration and improving quality of life for people living with dementia and their families. Join the panel to discuss the science behind the power; the first-hand experience; and how carers and families can also benefit.

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Healing Arts Scotland Opening Celebration

16:00, 19 August 2024

Scottish Parliament

The Healing Arts Scotland Opening Celebration event takes place outside the Scottish Parliament at 4pm Mon 19th August as part of the Edinburgh International Festival and Festival of Politics, featuring over 250 performers and participants from across Scotland

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Healing Arts Scotland Conference

19 & 20 August 2024

The Hub - Edinburgh International Festival, The National Galleries of Scotland, The National Portrait Gallery. Events in-person and online.

The HAS Conference in Edinburgh on the 19th & 20th August will feature UK and international speakers who are leading innovative practice in arts-in health interventions, including four specially curated panels as part of the Festival of Politics at Scottish Parliament.

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