Inclusive Curatorial Practices: Accessibility, Representation and Diversity

with Kathy-Ann Tan, Arlene Tucker, Sean Lee, Kemê Pellicer, Farbod Fakharzadeh, Daniel Atkinson, Hesperia Iliadou-Suppiej, Maya Juracán, Sylvia Sadzinski

Duration: 7 months
Dates: 6 June 2023 – 9 January 2024
This program is by application. To apply, please fill in this form.
Application deadline: May 23, 2023.

In this 7-month program, we will work towards a future of curating that moves beyond normative and exclusionary curatorial practices to approaches that are committed to critical diversity, inclusivity and accessibility. Inclusive Curatorial Practices will not only explore the intersections of race, gender, sexuality, age and disability in curating, but also develop a self-reflexive approach that spans the conceptualisation of curatorial projects, behind-the-scenes working processes, their outcomes and audience experience.

The program will comprise a series of online courses, guest lectures by inspiring experts as well as workshops for group discussion and feedback. It will be coordinated by Kathy-Ann Tan, who will guide your development over the program’s 7 months.

The overall program is divided into four key modules: Queer & Feminist Curating, Decolonial Approaches, Inclusive Practices and Communication & Conflict Transformation:

• In the first module Queer & Feminist Curating, we will get familiar with methods that disrupt heteronormative and patriarchal structures in the arts.

• Decolonial Approaches will focus on decolonizing artistic and curatorial practices and how to address diversity in relation to our audiences and teams.

• In the module Inclusive Practices, we will learn new approaches to public programming, how to provide services that are inclusive and equitable, and how to make projects accessible to disabled audiences.

• The last module Communication & Conflict Transformation will delve into how to write texts that are understandable to different audiences. We will introduce conflict resolution techniques, communication frameworks and learn how to communicate public statements of apology.

This online program is for curators, cultural workers and artists who want to consciously shape their practice to be more accountable, self-reflexive and inclusive. By the end of the program you will produce your own awareness guide of best inclusive practices for your personal curatorial work, projects or space.

*This program assumes knowledge in the basics of curating, If you would like a foundational curatorial program have a look at our International Curatorial Program.

Download the program’s full guide here.

*This Program is by application, please fill in this form. Application deadline is May 23, 2023

Essential Information:

• Application deadline: 23 May 2023
• Schedule: Classes once per week on Tuesdays 7 – 9pm Berlin Time CET
• Dedication: 4 hours per week (2-hour lecture + 2 hours independent work)
• Language of instruction: English

A note on accessibility:

We strive to host an inclusive, accessible program that enables all individuals, including those with disabilities, to engage fully. For your information:

• Classes will be held online in Zoom with live automated captions generated by Zoom. Presentations will be high-contrast and viewer-friendly.

• Lecturers will include short breaks throughout the 2-hour classes. You are welcome to request further breaks as needed.

• In order to make the program affordable and cover operating costs at the same time, we are not able to offer sign language interpretation. We hope to be in a position to offer this in future.

• If you have a disability and require accommodations to fully participate in this program, please let us know to see how we can meet your needs: info@nodecenter.org.
• We do not offer scholarships, however, if you seek external funding to support your participation in the program, we will gladly provide you with a letter of recommendation.

Features:

• Specially tailored online courses to equip you with a strong grounding in inclusive curatorial practices
• Expert instruction from international academics and practitioners

• Talks with guest artists and curators to learn from their professional experiences.

• Working sessions to critically discuss, reflect and build on the course teachings.

• Ongoing short exercises and recommendations to solidify your learning and expand your knowledge
• A Certificate of Completion to verify your achievement

Benefits:

• Flexible – learn and work at the same time with just a four-hour weekly commitment. All classes are recorded so you can catch up if you miss a session.
• Affordable – we offer one of the lowest-cost programs of this kind.
• Network-building – join an exciting community of arts professionals from around the world.