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

What’s On

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

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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.

Elderflowers at Finlay House

August 20 2024 9:30AM

Findlay House, Seafield Street, Edinburgh, EH6 7LN

Hearts&Minds’ Elderflowers are therapeutic clowns who work with people living with dementia to bring joy, offer meaningful connection, and enhance well-being. (Please note this event is not open to the general public)

The Power of Age-Friendly Communities and the Arts

20 August 2024 10:45AM-12:15PM

Scottish Parliament, Horse Wynd, Edinburgh EH99 1SP

Hear about the benefits of this social cohesion and the role of the arts in bridging social divides, building trust, and combatting ageism and inequality.

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