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 that took place such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.

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The Centre of Things

23 August - December 2024 (Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM) (Sat-Sun 11AM-2PM)

Orkney Blide Trust, 54 Victoria St, Kirkwall, KW15 1DN

This was a photography exhibition featuring work from people with lived experience of mental ill health who participated in therapeutic activities such as photography.

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Slow Stitching Day Retreat

22 August 2024 10AM-4PM

Beach Gallery, Longhope, Island of Hoy, Orkney

Participants simply spent time being peaceful and calm, gently sewing while overlooking an idyllic, quiet beach. It was perfect for unwinding, slowing down, and feeling refreshed. Inspiration came from local nature and heritage, with expert guidance from an experienced artist.

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Healing Arts Scotland Islands Day

19/08/24 - 20/08/2024 |

Orkney, Lewis and Shetland

Healing Arts Scotland came to Orkney, Lewis, and Shetland to amplify the voices from the communities of the Scottish Islands and celebrate the arts in health and wellbeing.

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Healing Arts Scotland
 ITAC Relay

January-August 2024

Scotland Wide

Designed and delivered by the International Teaching Artists Collaborative (ITAC), the ITAC Relay is a chance for participatory artists working in Arts and Health contexts to connect and collaborate on a 6-month national activation leading into Healing Arts Scotland Week.

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