sp(i)eel arts therapies collective's mission is to create wider access to arts-based interventions for marginalized communities who has experienced complex trauma in the farmlands of South Africa. Our name holds the dual meaning of 'play' and 'mirror' in Afrikaans. It refers to the ability of the arts to hold a mirror to Self and society, and to the human ability of using play and creativity to make sense of complex issues in a non-verbal and non-threatening manner. We are a group of HPCSA-registered arts therapists who work with community arts practitioners and organizations to strengthen infrastructure and support enterprising communities. Our mission is the applic... read more sp(i)eel arts therapies collective's mission is to create wider access to arts-based interventions for marginalized communities who has experienced complex trauma in the farmlands of South Africa. Our name holds the dual meaning of 'play' and 'mirror' in Afrikaans. It refers to the ability of the arts to hold a mirror to Self and society, and to the human ability of using play and creativity to make sense of complex issues in a non-verbal and non-threatening manner. We are a group of HPCSA-registered arts therapists who work with community arts practitioners and organizations to strengthen infrastructure and support enterprising communities. Our mission is the application of the arts to develop resilient communities in order to overcome past inequalities and complex trauma in the South African context. Our vision is arts to empower well people in thriving communities.
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