Title: Freedom of Expression, Stigmatizing Narratives, and Graffiti Policy in Pittsburgh
Panel discussion with the Hemispheric Urban Art Project (HCUAP)
When: Friday November 15th 5:30 – 7pm
Location: The Understory Cathedral of Learning C4C
4200 Fifth Avenue
**light dinner will be provided
This event explores ways in which we might create more spaces for free expression.
HCUAP seeks to create a platform for dialogue with the goal of creating inclusive and restorative legal models for graffiti, and street art as forms of public art that serve vital functions for free expression.
Current policy pits property owners, community organizations, graffiti writers, and city officials against each other and results in violations of writers' civil rights and freedom of expression. The panelists will share their research findings and personal stories about current policy and how it affects the community and practitioners.
Please register HERE:
https://pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_55vTQxiEMOSgnem
Panelists: Hemispheric Conversations Urban Art Project:
- Caitlin Bruce - co founder and lead organizer of Hemispheric Conversations Urban Art Project
- Max Gonzales - Activist, graffiti artist, muralist, art educator
- Jiri Palayekar - HCUAP research assistant
- Anna Montano - Advocate, family member of well-known graffiti artist
- Moderated by Dana Fishkin - Urban Studies Undergraduate Major