"FLOURISHING" Exhibition - Arts from both sides of the gates

The "Flourishing" exhibition aims to highlight the transformative power of art in improving mental health and well-being for individuals incarcerated in prisons and secured locations across the UK.

Through this showcase, we seek to:

1. Raise Awareness: Educate the public about the mental health challenges faced by people behind bars and the potential of art as a therapeutic tool.

2. Foster Empathy: Encourage visitors to view inmates as individuals with talents, stories, and emotions, fostering greater empathy and understanding.

3. Celebrate Creativity: Provide a platform for inmates to express their creativity and share their artistic achievements with the community.

4. Support Rehabilitation: Demonstrate how art programs can play a vital role in the rehabilitation process, promoting self-reflection, emotional healing, and personal growth.

5.Showcase Partnerships: Highlight the collaborative efforts of organizations like The Community Arts Projects UK and supporters like Huyen Phan in bringing art to incarcerated individuals and making a positive impact on their lives.

Through this exhibition, we aim to change perceptions, break down barriers, and inspire positive change by showcasing the profound connection between art and mental health within the justice system.

PRIVATE EVENT:

SATURDAY, 22 MARCH 10:30 A.M. -12:30P.M.

RUGBY ART GALLERY AND MUSEUM, CV21 3BZ

Bring your friends and family -

we can’t wait to see you there.