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TBA21–Academy, Pivô Arte e Pesquisa, and LACO-IOUSP (Cátedra UNESCO para Sustentabilidade do Oceano) present Shifting Shores / Instabilidades Costeiras, a new artistic residency in Brazil. Co-commissioned within the framework of STARTS Buen-TEK, an initiative of the European Union, this five-month transdisciplinary program invites artists to investigate coastal transformations driven by climate change through situated and collaborative practices. The residency supports innovative, art-led research rooted in Indigenous knowledge, local technologies, and scientific methodologies, offering funding, mentorship, learning opportunities, and public engagement. The selected artist for this first edition is Licida Vidal , whose project “uma colher de sal e uma de açúcar: soluções para um oceano febril” (“a spoonful of salt and a spoonful of sugar: solutions for a feverish ocean”) explores key stressors in the coastal waters of Salvador and Ubatuba. Through the creation of ecosystemic sculptures, submerged and surface structures made from macroalgae and adsorbent materials, her work proposes new ways of "fishing" for pollutants such as CO₂, glyphosate, and microplastics. These living marine gardens merge ancestral fishing knowledge with bioremediation technologies. Artistic lead and curator: María Montero Sierra (TBA21–Academy) The residency involves the collaboration of two outstanding local experts: – Gabriela de Matos, architect, curator, and researcher specializing in Afro-Brazilian spatialities and decolonial practices, serving as Residency Translocal Expert. – Karla Brunet, artist, researcher, and professor whose interdisciplinary practice bridges art, environment, and technology, acting as Residency Community Representative. With this new residency, TBA21–Academy expands its commitment to site-specific artistic research, continuing its long-term engagement with oceanic and ecological futures, now in the coastal territories of Brazil. + Info here: https://lnkd.in/dXd4f2PJ #TBA21Academy #ShiftingShores #STARTSBuenTEK #ArtScience #OceanFutures #ArtistResidency #LicidaVidal #Pivô #IOUSP #LACO #ClimateJustice #EcologicalArt #Transdisciplinary #ContemporaryArt #Brazil #CoastalCommunities

‘Palestine is everywhere because it names a political subject of radical universal emancipation,’ writes teacher and writer Nasser Abourahme. In ‘Palestine is everywhere,’ writers, thinkers, poets and artists map the Palestinian struggle for liberation and its global resonances. Dispatches from Gaza, essays, poems, protest chronicles, images, drawings, and letters from prison reflect upon solidarity and the right to self-determination. Together, they emerge as precious acts of resistance and serve as a call to action in the face of genocide. Amid a world-historical moment marked by unknowability and loss, this collection offers essential reading for those interested in Palestinian liberation. With contributions from Alaa Abd El-Fattah, Nasser Abourahme, Amal Al-Nakhala, Muhammad al-Zaqzouq, Maisara Baroud, Ahmed Bassiouny, Houria Bouteldja, Anees Ghanima, Sahar Khalifeh, Laleh Khalili, Lujayn, Mira Mattar, Lina Meruane, Mohammed Mhawish, Nahil Mohana, Rahul Rao, Nasser Rabah, Adam Rouhana, and Ahmad Zaghmouri. Translations by Salma Alhafi, Wiam El-Tamami , Ibrahim Fawzy, Rebecca Ruth Gould, Katharine Halls, Nada Hodali, Sarah Rifky, and Andrea Rosenberg. ‘Palestine is everywhere’ is edited by Skye Arundhati Thomas, with Edwin Nasr and Gloria Habsburg. The book is designed by Farah Fayyad with cover art by Avian D’Souza. All royalties from this project will be donated to Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). Pre-order now here: https://lnkd.in/dUfnkH29

Plonger dans l’Océan : l’art comme vecteur de changement 🌊 📍 Villa Arson Nice, Nice 🗓️ Du 8 mai au 24 août 2025 🧩 + de 20 artistes internationaux 🎥 Installations, photos, films, sculptures 🤝 Collaboration Fondation Tara Océan x TBA21 x Schmidt Ocean Institute L’exposition Becoming Ocean interroge notre relation à l’Océan à travers 5 thèmes au cœur de nos problématiques sociétales : 👉 la surpêche, 👉 la pollution, 👉 l’exploitation minière des fonds marins, 👉 le trafic maritime 👉 la biodiversité. Cette exposition nous invite à envisager l’Océan non plus comme une ressource à exploiter, mais comme un sujet, un allié, un territoire de relations vivantes à réinventer avec une responsabilité partagée. Ressentir, imaginer, régénérer, aspire à faire naître en nous le désir de nouveaux modes de vie que les artistes nous permettent d’entrevoir. #FondationTaraOcean #VillaArson #Nice #exposition #art #BecomingOcean

Pre-registration is open now for the third edition of Organismo! After presenting the results of the Year One case studies, the Organismo team is already working on preparing the third edition of the program, which will feature significant changes and five new case studies addressing challenges such as the ecosystemic and sociocultural impact of tourism, the bioremediation of post-industrial soils, and the vulnerability of democracies in the face of disinformation. This new edition embraces interdisciplinary art as a critical tool in confronting the ecological crisis. Through collaborative work between professionals from the fields of culture, science, architecture, politics, and critical thinking, the program seeks to activate alliances and open up spaces for applied reflection in order to co-design alternative futures that are more just and resilient. The open call to participate in the next edition will launch this coming September, but pre-registration is already available through this link: https://lnkd.in/d6i7-wj8 This is an invitation to artists, designers, researchers, activists, engineers, and anyone interested in joining a collaborative and ever-evolving ecosystem. #Sustainability #ClimateAction #FutureOfWork #Innovation #Collaboration #ArtAndCulture #SocialImpact #CircularEconomy #Resilience #DesignThinking

Open Call | Nocturnal Walkthroughs John Akomfrah: Listening All Night To The Rain Presented by TBA21–Thyssen-Bornemisza Art Contemporary and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza We invite artists, poets, performers, scientists, activists, thinkers, and cultural workers to submit proposals for Nocturnal Walkthroughs, a series of talks, readings, and interventions accompanying the exhibition Listening All Night To The Rain by John Akomfrah. Rather than traditional tours, these after-hours sessions aim to open the exhibition to new perspectives and collective reflection on the intersecting crises of our time. Proposals may include performances, readings, lectures, sound pieces, dance works, collective rituals, or other original formats that respond to the exhibition and its themes. Akomfrah’s work explores climate colonialism, displacement, and environmental breakdown, using sound and image as tools for memory, resistance, and activism. Deadline: August 24, 2025 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dPePdQe2 Image credits: [1] John Akomfrah, Canto IV, Listening All Night To The Rain, British Pavilion 2024. Photo Jack Hems. Courtesy of British Council. [2] John Akomfrah, Canto III, Listening All Night To The Rain, British Pavilion 2024. Photo Taran Wilku. Courtesy of British Council. [3] John Akomfrah, Canto V, Listening All Night To The Rain, British Pavilion 2024. Photo Jack Hems. Courtesy of British Council. #OpenCall #ContemporaryArt #JohnAkomfrah #Culture #Art #VisualArt #Performance #Performers.

“‘Terraphilia’ means two things: love as affect, burning, emotions. But it is also responsibility and reciprocity. Love itself is radical receptivity, being vulnerable.” — Daniela Zyman, Curator of the exhibition. ‘Terraphilia. Beyond the Human in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections’ was presented to the media and institutions. Daniel Otero Torres, Asunción Molinos Gordo, Regina de Miguel, Diego Delas, Elyla, Marina Otero Verzier, Sissel Tolaas, Brad Kahlhamer and Diana Policarpo attended to the presentation and took the media questions, explaining the exhibition as an act of reconnection. Terrafilia will be on view from July 1 to September 24 at the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.

It is with profound sorrow that we mourn the passing of our dear friend and close collaborator, Rémi Parmentier. Rémi was a remarkable thinker, a tireless advocate, and a true Ocean visionary. More than a pioneering environmentalist and former leader at Greenpeace, he was a steadfast ally whose sharp intellect, generous spirit, and unwavering dedication helped shape the global movement for ocean protection. As co-founder of The Varda Group and coordinator of the Let's Be Nice to the Ocean initiative, Rémi worked alongside us to reimagine humanity’s relationship with the ocean—always with fierce clarity, deep compassion, and boundless courage. His proposal of the Ocean Protection Principle was not just a policy idea; it was a transformative call to action. In a time when political responses are too often slow and incremental, Rémi dared to shift the paradigm: to insist that the burden of proof should lie not with those defending the ocean, but with those seeking to exploit it. This bold, values-driven reframing was emblematic of his visionary leadership and moral clarity. We are profoundly grateful for the depth of his vision, the power of his convictions, and the lightness and warmth he brought to every encounter. Rémi’s legacy will continue to guide and galvanize our efforts for a just and thriving ocean future. Our hearts are with his beloved family, friends, and all those around the world who had the privilege of working alongside him and being inspired by his life’s mission.

Thinking with the planet, not about it. This powerful shift in perspective is the central thread running through 'Terrafilia', an exhibition presented by the Museo Thyssen and curated by Daniela Zyman (TBA21), opening on July 1st. Far from a traditional exhibition, Terrafilia invites us to engage with nature as an active participant — challenging anthropocentric views and proposing new modes of planetary coexistence. The show brings together diverse works, practices, and perspectives that foreground the agency of nature and envision a more entangled, reciprocal relationship between all forms of life. It offers a space to pause, reflect, and reimagine our role within the Earth’s ecosystems. The architectural layout, designed by Marina Otero Verzier, takes the form of a winding path — a metaphor for a non-linear, intuitive journey shaped by the rhythms and intelligence of nature itself. Her design helps cultivate a deeper sensorial and conceptual connection with the themes of the exhibition. We also recognize the invaluable contribution of Finsa, whose commitment to sustainability has been essential. Their responsibly sourced wood materials were fundamental in giving form to this vision and creating an environment that resonates with the show’s ethos. 'Terrafilia' is more than an exhibition — it’s a collective invitation to imagine new ways of thinking, living, and relating with the planet we all share. #Terrafilia #MuseoThyssen #TBA21 #DanielaZyman #MarinaOtero #GrupoFinsa #Sustainability #EcologicalThinking #ExhibitionDesign #ArtAndEcology #PlanetaryFutures #DesignWithNature #ClimateCulture #Cosmopolitics

From underwater archaeology and regenerative reforestation to pyroecologies and ocean governance, Organismo—our experimental independent study program by TBA21–Academy—bridges research, theory, and speculation to cultivate experimentation, critical thinking, and radical imagination. This year’s five case studies continue the search for living answers through critical ecology and collective work. Far from being conclusions, the participants' presentations mark the beginning of ongoing processes—each case remains open to long-term feedback and the potential to evolve into larger-scale projects. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners Barcelona Supercomputing Center, Fundación Española para la Ciencia y la Tecnología, FECYT, Abadia Retuerta and to Joan L., scientist at BSC, for generously sharing his research and allowing himself to be transformed by the processes of Organismo. Special thanks to the artists who contributed to this edition: Laure Prouvost, Sonia Fernández Pan, Walid Raad, The Otolith Group, and Open Source Publishing—your work has deeply enriched the journey. We are also deeply grateful to our director at TBA21–Academy, Eduardo Castillo Vinuesa and to the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza for making this edition of Organismo possible through their vision and continued support. Stay tuned to our channels for more on the outcomes and next steps of these powerful case studies. #Organismo #TBA21Academy #IndependentStudy #Ecology #ArtAndResearch #RadicalImagination #OceanGovernance #Pyroecology #UnderwaterArchaeology #Reforestation

At UNOC3, the arts didn’t stand on the sidelines—they led the way For the first time in the history of the United Nations Ocean Conference, art and culture were placed at the heart of ocean governance. TBA21 delivered over 20 cultural programs in Nice, from exhibitions and performances to radical late-night conversations that challenged how we relate to the Ocean and each other. “Culture must be recognized not just as soft power, but as a transformative force for ecological justice.” — Markus Reymann, Co-Director of TBA21 From launching the Ocean Protection Principle with global leaders to helping expand the EU’s #EU4OceanCoalition, TBA21 is proving what we’ve always believed: artists, designers, and cultural workers are essential to shaping just and sustainable futures. As we look ahead to Mundiacult (Barcelona) and COP30 (Belém), we invite creative thinkers, institutions, and cultural leaders to join us. Let’s make imagination part of policy. Let’s make culture part of climate solutions. Thank you to our partners in this journey: Nice City Council (Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau ), Villa Arson, BIENNALE DES ARTS et de la Mer, @Université de l’Océan, Tara Ocean Fondation, Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy Dona Bertarelli, The Varda Group, European Commission, EU4OceanObs, Bauhaus of the Seas Sails, Towards IPOS (International Platform for Ocean Sustainability) (IPOS), Schmidt Ocean Institute, Radical Ocean Futures, Inferstudio, STARTS 4Water II, Coastal City Summit, One Ocean Science Congress, H.E. Mr. Peter Thomson, Special Envoy for the Ocean (UN), Executive Vice-President Teresa Ribera, Chile’s Environment Minister Maisa Rojas, National Secretary for Climate Change at the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change of Brazil Ana Toni, Paul Watson (Sea Shepherd Global), Michel André (Director of the Laboratory of Applied Bioacoustics–LAB), Mere Takoko (Indigenous climate conservationist and Vice president of Conservation international), Antje Boetius (President and CEO of MBARI), Louise Emily Carver (TBA21), Jeremy McKane (OCN.ai), Ana K. Spalding (the Adrienne Arsht Community-Based Resilience Solutions Initiative, Smithsonian), Sandor Mulsow (International Seabed Authority), Maureen Penjueli (PANG), Khadija Stewart (Deep Sea Conservation Coalition), and Rajiv Joshi (ReGeneration.org). Learn more about our ocean advocacy and how to get involved: https://tba21.org/ #UNOC3 #OceanProtection #TBA21 #ArtForTheOcean #ClimateCulture #CreativeLeadership #Mundiacult2025 #COP30 #OceanLiteracy #EcologicalJustice #LetsBeNiceToTheOcean