Talk 3: Imagining A Brighter Future Through Environmental And Social Responsibility

Moderator: Virginia MacKenny, South Africa (Associate Professor of Michaelis School of Fine Art)

Panellists: David Brits, South Africa (Artist), Khanyisile Mbongwa, South Africa (Curator and Artist), Teresa Kutala Firmino, South Africa (Artist)

This talk will explore how sustainability in the art world is being redefined through environmentally and socially responsible projects. Local artists, curators and institutions are confronting urgent environmental and ethical challenges, using art as a powerful tool for activism. Through their commitment to sustainable practices, they are not only reshaping the art sector but also advocating for broader social and ecological change. Highlighting innovative methods and responsible approaches, the discussion will showcase how individuals and collectives are collaborating to build a greener, more socially conscious future for art.

Talks curated by Arts School Africa and supported by iTOO Artinsure.