Keynote Speaker and Moderator, Breaking Barriers: Art to Promote Disability Empowerment, Panel Discussion at the Soehanna Hall, Jakarta, Indonesia

Breaking Barriers: UK-Indonesia Collaborations in Shaping Inclusive Futures

(part of the celebration of 75 Years of UK-Indonesia Diplomatic Relations and 90 Years of the British Council globally)

To commemorate International Disability Day, on December 5, 2024, the British Council Indonesia held a series of events exploring best practices in integrating inclusion through UK-Indonesia collaboration across various sectors. From formal and non-formal learning environments to innovative teaching methods and creative initiatives, this event was created as a platform to collectively explore the challenges and opportunities in creating a more accessible, safe, and supportive future for everyone. The event brought together change-makers, educators, artists, and advocates to inspire meaningful collaboration and drive real change towards a more inclusive world. 

About the Session: Art to Promote Disability Empowerment

This panel discussion explores the transformative power of art in promoting inclusion and supporting disability communities. Moderated by Amanda Ariawan of Indonesia Contemporary Art & Design, the session began with a keynote where Amanda reflected on how her participation in the UNLIMITED 2024 delegation influenced her curatorial practice. Following this was a screening of the dance documentary Convergence of Grace: Uniting Worlds Through Dance and a discussion with the panelists (Imaniar Rizki, Sukri Budi Dharma, and Dibal Ranuh) led by Amanda, discussing the role of disability arts in driving cultural change.

Learn more about Breaking Barriers: UK-Indonesia Collaborations in Shaping Inclusive Futures on www.britishcouncil.id/program/pendidikan/breaking-barriers

About British Council Indonesia

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. British Council supports peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. British Council does this through their work in arts and culture, education and the English language. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, and on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2022–23 this organisation reached 600 million people. Learn more about the British Council Indonesia on www.britishcouncil.id.