Artivism
The Artivism mural on Cathedral Street, which is part of the University of Strathclyde campus, stands as a vibrant testament to the power of creative expression in addressing social issues. Created by care experienced young people, this mural comprises of six adjoining panels, each reflecting the progression of visual styles of societal changes across different historical periods. This mural features a mix of imagery and text from adverts, flyers, news reports and posters. One of its key themes is representation, empowerment and the continuous relevance of past and present social justice movements. By highlighting these themes, the mural draws attention to the on going struggles for equality and justice, creating a dialogue between history and modern day issues. The involvement of care-experienced young people in the murals creation ensures that it conveys authentic insights into the challenges faced by the voices which often remain unheard. This collaboration has not only p...