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Arts for times of climate change

This refers to the use of art to raise awareness, educate, and engage people on issues related to climate change. The arts can help show the consequences of environmental degradation and inspire actions to promote sustainability and the protection of the planet.

 

Amerindian epistemologies: Perspectivism and multinaturalism

Amerindian epistemologies refer to the ways of knowing and understanding in the indigenous cultures of the Americas. Perspectivism is the idea that humans and other beings (such as animals and plants) have different ways of perceiving the world, while multinaturalism recognizes the existence of multiple natural realities, rather than a single vision of nature.

 

South American philosophies

South American philosophies involve the traditions and ideas developed by thinkers from Latin America. These philosophies address issues of identity, colonization, inequality, and the relationship between societies and nature, often integrating Indigenous, African, and European influences.

 

Art and sustainability

Art and sustainability are linked when artists address themes of environmental conservation, responsible use of resources, and the promotion of a more balanced and fair future for the planet. Artists can create works that highlight ecological practices and sustainable alternatives.

 

Migrant aesthetics

This refers to art that expresses the experiences and perspectives of migrants, reflecting their cultures, challenges, and stories. This aesthetic seeks to bring visibility to migration issues, identity, belonging, and displacement, often presenting a blend of cultural influences.

 

Arts and economic degrowth as a form of communication about climate change

Art can be used to communicate the idea of "economic degrowth," which advocates for a reduction in excessive consumption and unlimited growth, in favor of a more sustainable and balanced way of life. Artistic works help promote reflection on alternatives to the traditional economic model, in response to the climate crisis.

 

Aesthetics for Degrowth

Aesthetics for degrowth focuses on valuing simple, community-based, and sustainable lifestyles. Instead of promoting excessive consumption, it celebrates moderation, reuse, and harmony with the environment, reflecting the ideas of a world that seeks to thrive without depending on economic growth.

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Aesthetics of resilience

The aesthetics of resilience refers to artworks that explore how communities and individuals can recover from crises, such as natural disasters, social, or environmental crises. These works celebrate strength, adaptability, and hope in the face of adversity.

 

Queer ecologies

Queer ecologies is an approach that connects queer theory (which challenges gender and sexuality norms) with environmental issues. It explores how non-heteronormative identities and relationships with the environment intersect, challenging traditional gender norms and promoting an inclusive view of nature and human relationships.

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Important note: The definitions presented above are my own, and I am responsible for the content.