Panel & Workshop Series at Changeville

Changeville is proud to host a number of experts, influencers and artists in our Panel Series, focusing on aspects of activism that relate directly to artistry.

All Changeville Panels will be held at The Midnight or The Bull in Downtown Gainesville. A Changeville Ticket is required for entry. Show your proof of purchase or wristband at the door.

-- The Workshops --

COMPASSIONATE COMMUNICATION & SOCIAL CHANGE
PRESENTED BY: Leif Stringer Coaching & Communication Training
DATE/TIME: Thursday, February 8 10:00-11:15AM
LOCATION: The Midnight

We can only build our community and world when we can communicate and truly listen to each other. Learn how to do that better with licensed therapist & communication specialist, Leif Stringer.

HOW TO CREATE SAFER SPACES IN YOUR COMMUNITY
PRESENTED BY: Shawna Potter of War On Women
DATE/TIME: Friday, February 9 12:30-2:00PM
LOCATION: The Bull

With hate crimes and harassment on the rise, knowing how to be a good ally to your fellow punks is more important than ever. “No Sexism, No Racism, & No Homophobia Allowed” is a great idea, but how do you implement it in real life? And what is it missing? This workshop should help people recognize some of the privileges they walk around with, as well as provide some skills on how to use it for good. You’ll leave with concrete methods to be a better ally for folks that experience all kinds of discrimination in your local scene. Whether you play in a band, book shows, take photos, or just wanna mosh – you have the power to create a safer scene.

-- The Panels --

STORYTELLING & SOCIAL CHANGE: NARRATING A COMMUNITY
DATE/TIME: Thursday, February 8 3:30-5:00PM
LOCATION: The Midnight

Stories have the power to move people, changing opinions and inspiring actions. Join us for this panel discussing the use of storytelling for the benefit of communities whose stories may be silenced or marginalized. How can we use story to empower our communities?

Panelists:
Aaron Foley, Detroit’s Chief Storyteller
Nicole Moore, Director of Communications, Lady Parts Justice
Dr. Jaron Jones, Co-Founder, Self Narrate
Steven Butler, Artistic Director, Actors' Warehouse, Inc.
Moderator: Taylor Durant, Director, Guts & Glory GNV

HOW TO USE THE ARTS TO INSPIRE ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE
DATE/TIME: Friday, February 9 9:45-11:00AM
LOCATION: The Midnight

Concerns about the environment are more pressing today than they ever have been. Dive deep into the issues at this panel on how we can use the arts to actually inspire environmental change.

Panelists:
Megan Murphy, Green Hands Coordinator, St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Kentucky Costellow, Environmental Educator; GUTS/Gainesville
Trish Riley, Director, Cinema Verde
Moderator: Anna Sampson, Director, We Are Neutral

THE OTHER: DE-OTHERING THROUGH ART
DATE/TIME: Friday, February 9 2:00-3:30PM
LOCATION: The Bull

So much of the rhetoric we hear on the news, in politics, and in our daily lives is based around fear, and specifically fear of “the other.” It is fairly easy to believe false statements about people whose stories we haven’t heard. Art is one of the most powerful ways that we can “de-other” people. This panel will be exploring how we can use art to break down stigmas and stereotypes using art.

Panelists:
Chad Moses, To Write Love On Her Arms.
Talia Raymond, Minister, United Church of Gainesville; Professional Dancer
Mallory O’Conner, Author
Moderator: Nicole Harris, Teacher, GHS; Canes On Da Mic Poetry Club - GHS

ALLYSHIP
DATE/TIME: Friday, February 9 3:30-5:00PM
LOCATION: The Bull

The word “ally” is used all the time in social movements but many people actually have a hard time defining what being an ally looks like. If you want to learn how to be the best ally you can be or have ever had questions that you weren’t sure how or who to ask, this panel is for you.

Panelists:
Shawna Potter, War On Women
LB Hannahs, Student Affairs, University of Florida
Will Atkins, Director, UF Multicultural & Diversity Affairs
Moderator: Dr. Jaron Jones, Co-Founder, Self Narrate

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Changeville (presented by UF's frank gathering) brings together artists and innovators from all over the world to collaborate. The festival features music, comedy, film, virtual reality and more!

For more information visit: http://changeville.us/
For more information on frank visit: http://frank.jou.ufl.edu/

Special thanks to Changeville sponsors:
Feathr
Digital Brands
WMBT 90.1fm The Beat
SCAD Media, LLC
Visit Gainesville / Alachua County, FL
The Midnight
Volta Coffee

This activity has been funded in part by a Tourist Development Tax Grant from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in conjunction with the Alachua County Tourist Development Council.