Why are residential spaces important to community development? How do different spaces contribute to that end? Where and what are the possibilities for arts practices in residential spaces?

This panel brings together diverse organisations to examine different approaches to the use of residential spaces in community-based projects. How can artistic practice intersect with approaches of housing, health and culture? What inspirations do residential spaces offer?

Melissa Sim (Senior Community Relations Manager, Community Relations Group) will share the intentions and outcomes behind the Housing & Development Board's Lively Spaces Programme, while Edwina Tang (Deputy Director, Engagement & Participation) will talk about the National Arts Council's approach and experiences with Arts In Your Neighbourhood. From the health paradigm, Evon Chua (Senior Manager, Population Health & Community Transformation) will provide deeper insights on Yishun Health’s use of community development and creative approaches in their Wellness Kampongs. Joining them will also be Hasyimah Harith (Company Manager, P7:1SMA) who will share the company’s understanding and approach to residential spaces as well as how it is integral to their practice as an independent dance company.

The sharing will be followed by a Q&A session and discussion with all participants.

Image courtesy of P7:1SMA

Date

Saturday, 13 Mar 2021

10am - 12.30pm 

Conducted on Zoom

Registration

Kindly register by 11 Mar, 2359.

The session is free but limited to 50 pax. Please register early, and before the event to avoid disappointment. Kindly note that registering for a ticket is taken as an indication of interest and not a confirmation of your participation. We will be in touch to confirm your attendance. 

Please note that if there is more than one participant from the same organisation, we may limit the number of participants per organisation to allow for more diversity in the room. 

About the panellists

Find out more about the panellists here.

Contact 

For more info, please visit www.fb.com/thegreenhouseseries or email connect@artswok.org

FAQ about The Greenhouse Sessions 

What is The Greenhouse Sessions?

The Greenhouse Sessions is a programme by ArtsWok Collaborative. It is a community of practice where people who share a common concern for arts-based community development teach one another to do it better through a process of regular engagement.

 Our sessions involve:

• Connecting with other experienced practitioners working in the field of arts in communities 

• Exchanging information, stories and personal experiences in a way that builds understanding and insight

• Generating new knowledge and collaboration opportunities through this shared platform to kick-start meaningful action

Is this for me?

As this is a community of practice, the sessions will be open only to those who have some experience or expertise related to the session, as well as individuals who have a keen interest to contribute to the topics of the session. 

How can I contribute?

The emphasis here is on group learning, so while literature and other resources will be made available to participants from time to time, the collective wisdom of the community of practice is the real treasure. So come prepared to give and to receive. 

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

ArtsWok Collaborative respects your privacy. We will be taking photos, videos as well as recording audio at this event. These may be used for archival, education and publicity purposes. Comments made by attendees may be used in publications by ArtsWok Collaborative but will not be attributed. By registering for this event, we understand that you have consented to the above.