The International Artistic-Humanist Meetings: A Space of Exchange and Expression for the Art of the Latin American Movement from the Center for General Studies

Abstract

This article was written against the backdrop of creating a space for exchange, dialog and academic, artistic expression with various university groups working in the discipline of dance. The methodology implemented focused on the application of processes that would allow the proposed objective to be achieved. These processes consisted of techniques of participatory, group and communication nature, due to a large number of people who joined the activities. Some of these techniques were of artistic expressions, such as workshops and dissemination events. The results of these meetings led to written works and presentations, to listen and learn about working methodologies and social work that each team would do. In addition, open workshops were held, both for the communities and for the members of the different groups, with the teachers who were part of this project. The meeting also allowed the participants to create artistic shows open to all, with the aim of showing part of the practical work that is done with these populations. The opening of the International Artistic-Humanist Meetings succeeded, on the one hand, in establishing a space to promote the Latin American integration and the creation of participatory support networks through reflection, discussion and analysis; and, on the other hand, in consolidating an artistic corridor thanks to the exchange of workshops, teachers and groups, as a way of growing and making artistic work known as a whole.