Fall 2024
E-Newsletter
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Letter from Alan
Dear Friends,
I can’t tell you how excited about our newly mounted exhibit, “My Story Revealed: The art of global culture and identity”. This 50-piece exhibit features the heartfelt stories of Global Voices – ArtLink students from 28 countries. Those who have toured the show at the New Canaan Library have told us what an extraordinary, perspective-raising experience it has been for them. I hope you will stop by and experience the show for yourself.
Also at the New Canaan Library, we are honored to sponsor the human rights and arts advocate, Arn Chorn-Porn. Read below to learn more. I have heard Arn speak and promise you a most inspirational evening. His message of the power of the arts to bring healing and reconciliation is timely and is central to our mission.
Warmly,
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Presenting: Surviving the Cambodian Genocide and Rebuilding After the Khmer Rouge
We are proud to sponsor Arn Chorn-Pond, a renowned musician, human rights activist, and survivor of the Khmer Rouge genocide, as he shares his powerful story at the New Canaan Library.
Arn spoke about his journey from surviving the Cambodian genocide to founding Cambodia Living Arts, using the arts as a means of healing and reconciliation.
This event took place on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:30-8:00pm at the New Canaan Library.
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Showcasing: "My Story Revealed" Global Student Art Show Opening
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended our opening reception! Your presence made the event truly special, and we are incredibly proud to share the exhibit “My Story Revealed: The art of global culture & identity” with you.
And a special congratulations to Kyra Litschauer on receiving The Susie Salomon Visionary Award. Kyra has inspired her 7th grade students at Woodstock (CT) Middle School to share their stories through insightful art and thoughtful dialogue. Her unwavering dedication to global education inspires us all.
If you haven’t had the chance to visit yet, we warmly invite you to explore the art show, open until Spring 2025. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with these powerful art pieces that celebrate the personal and cultural narratives of the students in our Global Voices – ArtLink program.
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Giving: Sponsor a Classroom
Global Voices – ArtLink Cycle 1 is launching now and your sponsorship support will ensure that students in underserved communities here in CT and beyond will have their voices heard.
Please consider becoming a Global Voices – ArtLink classroom sponsor.
As more of our partner classes are engaging with the overseas partners in not one, but two interactive video conferences, our costs of facilitating an Global Voices – ArtLink partnership is now $1,200.00.
We invite you to explore our website for comprehensive information on Global Voices – ArtLink programs, available scholarship opportunities, our core values, and other details.
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Enrolling: Global Voices - ArtLink Cycle 2
We are accepting applications for Global Voices – ArtLink Cycle 2 that launches in January. This is a unique opportunity for your students to connect with peers from around the world through art and live videoconferencing, sharing their stories and voices while having the chance to build cross-cultural relationships and empathy.
If you’re looking for a meaningful way to bring the world into your classroom, apply on our website today!
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