Dancing to Change - Using Art for Sustainable Development
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the power of dance as a catalyst for social change in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by Alekhya Banerjee. Delve into pressing issues such as sexual violence, waste management, and rural financial exploitation in India, and discover how traditional knowledge-sharing methods fall short in addressing these challenges. Learn how Banerjee, a passionate Bharatanatyam dancer, harnesses the expressive power of this classical Indian dance form to communicate complex ideas and inspire action. Gain insights into her journey as a performer, choreographer, and visual artist, and how she uses her talents to transform discarded items into beautiful artifacts. Witness the innovative approach of using dance as a medium to bridge the gap between decision-makers and the consequences of their choices, offering a fresh perspective on tackling sustainability issues and social problems.
Syllabus
Dancing to Change | Alekhya Banerjee | TEDxTISB Youth
Taught by
TEDx
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