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From Center to Periphery: Redefining Israel’s Cultural Landscape

Tuesday, November 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost: Free

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Stav Evan Zahav & Maya Prat

Join Stav Even Zahav and Maya Prat, founders of the Yama Center for Art and Culture in Nahariya, for an insightful exploration of how art can transform public spaces and foster community connections, especially in times of crisis. As curators, creators, and social activists, Stav and Maya are leaders in the Tarbut Movement, a nationwide organization of artists and educators dedicated to promoting social resilience through culture in underserved areas of Israel. In this session, they will share their experiences working in northern Israel, highlighting the role of grassroots art initiatives, the power of community involvement, and how vibrant, interactive art can challenge boundaries and inspire new social dynamics. Discover how their innovative projects are reshaping the Israeli periphery, creating lasting cultural impact.

 

Maya Prat and Stav Even-Zahav, curators, creators, and social activists based in Nahariya, are founding members of the Tarbut Movement and the founders of "Yama", a vibrant gallery and cultural center dedicated to art in public spaces. Since 2019, they have been collaborating as an artistic duo, focusing their efforts on transforming urban environments. Their curatorial work is all about pushing the boundaries between artists, their art, and the public, seeking to forge new pathways and innovative practices in the realm of public space.

The Tarbut Movement is dedicated to bringing vibrant, high-quality art and culture to all corners of Israel, not just Tel Aviv. Founded in 2006 by Hadas Goldman and a group of friends, the organization seeks to reverse the traditional migration of artists from the periphery to major cultural hubs like Tel Aviv, Berlin, or New York. Instead, Tarbut focuses on building thriving cultural centers in underserved regions of Israel, where there is a pressing need for art education and community engagement. Inspired by the pioneering spirit of early Zionists, Tarbut's mission is to create social change through art, fostering cultural resilience and providing artists opportunities to make a living while contributing to the social fabric of Israel’s periphery.

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Date:
Tuesday, November 12
Time:
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost:
Free
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