Changing the World Through Gentle Protest with Sarah Corbett
A Contemporary Contexts Master Conversation with...
Sarah Corbett, founder of the Craftivist Collective, explores how creativity, empathy and thoughtful making can become powerful tools for inspiring positive social change.
Can creativity change the world?
In this thought-provoking Contemporary Contexts conversation, Sarah Corbett, founder of the Craftivist Collective, explores how art, craft and creativity can become powerful tools for social change.
Drawing on more than three decades of campaigning experience, Sarah explains how she developed the concept of Craftivism—a movement that combines thoughtful making with quiet, compassionate activism. Rather than relying on confrontation or outrage, she demonstrates how carefully crafted objects, conversation and empathy can encourage reflection, influence decision-makers and inspire meaningful change.
Whether you're interested in activism, community engagement or simply discovering how creativity can extend beyond the studio, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on the power of making with purpose.
Duration: 86 minutesAccess: Lifetime
About Sarah Corbett
Sarah Corbett is an award-winning activist, speaker and the founder of the Craftivist Collective, an international movement that uses craft as a form of gentle, thoughtful activism. With more than thirty years of campaigning experience, Sarah has worked with individuals, charities, museums and global organisations to demonstrate how creativity, empathy and carefully considered action can inspire lasting social change. Her work has been recognised internationally for transforming activism into a more compassionate and constructive practice
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