Diversity and inclusion are notions that burst somewhat brashly into the world of business and politics some time ago. In the world of culture however, their use has been less frequent, and their appearance reminds us of an ethically unacceptable reality. I have worked in Europe and Asia, and more recently I spent a beautiful […]
Read More… from IMD Think Piece by Bartomeu Marí, Former Director MALI, Lima, Peru
The Coronavirus has revealed the fragility of the system of culture in the world. One of the most apparent aspects is the absence of new technologies in many museums, as well as the sheer inadequacy of skills to be able to use them. During this terrible pandemic, events on Zoom and virtual tours are becoming […]
When asked to write a provocation about how museums should respond to the Covid-19 crisis, I had to ask myself this question: ‘Even though I miss going to museums and galleries, how much do we really need – or what do we need from – art and heritage in a situation like this?’ And the question sharpened when […]
We know that the impact of Covid-19 on the sector is huge, and that we face a lot of unknowns in the months ahead. Inequality that existed across class, ethnicity, gender, disability and age before is now further compounded by the health crisis and accompanying economic fallout. The commitment of our sector in progressing diversity […]
Read More… from IMD2020 Think Piece by Thanh Sinden, Museum Detox
Everyone has their part to play within intersectional inclusive practice. It is a choice to be inclusive. Becoming inclusive as a museum is about understanding what causes barriers and why, and we can do that through collaboration and information sharing. Collaboration then allows us to identify and plan how these barriers can be removed. Disability […]
How does limited physical access to museum collections prompt us to reflect on the social nature of museums and rethink the unique value museums can create? ‘Look at that grimacing face in the painting, mum! I can use it as an emoji!’; ‘Can you imagine sitting on that chair?! It’s so exquisite but I don’t […]
Read More… from IMD2020 Think Piece by Yanyue Yuan, Assistant Arts Professor, NYU Shanghai
One of the immediate needs during the recent closure of museums worldwide has been for digital platforms to stay connected with our audiences. Mori Art Museum, Tokyo, launched Mori Art Museum DIGITAL, which will continue to evolve and develop after reopening. While traditionally digital platforms have been considered more or less as a tool for […]
Read More… from IMD Think Piece by Mami Kataoka, Director, Mori Art Museum, Tokyo, Japan
In some way, COVID has become a unique common factor for all of us globally. In times of isolation and lockdowns, it has brought us closer as ‘humans’ in ways more than one. This is a brilliant opportunity for museums to become more accessible and inclusive in multiple ways; to reach out to all those […]
During the first weeks of lockdown, we all witnessed an abundance of digital content streaming into our living rooms. Most cultural institutions and entertainment companies seemed to direct their attention towards this privileged, mostly white-collar minority, who were able to work safely from home. As the quarantine progressed, social inequality became more visible through social […]
Read More… from IMD Think Piece by İlkay Baliç, Director of Communications, Arter, Istanbul
