Artivism Rising: A Global Gathering for Cultural Power and Justice
Join us in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil for the second Global Artivism Conference, where creativity meets activism at a turning point for our planet.
The Global Artivism Convening 2025
Building on the success of the inaugural Global Artivism Conference in South Africa, the second Global Artivism Conference in 2025 promises to be a pivotal event. Held in Salvador, Brazil, it will convene 1,000 artists, activists, and cultural leaders from across the globe ahead of COP 30. This conference will be monumental, as it aligns with a critical moment: the submission deadline for new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which serve as roadmaps for national climate action. With climate leaders convening in the country and activists mobilizing for key protests, our conference will play a crucial role in preceding high-stakes discussions at COP 30.
Taking place just ahead of COP 30, this year’s convening will be more than a conference; it will be a catalytic moment to align cultural strategy with political and climate action. Together, we’ll explore how art and activism can shape narratives, deepen community power, and move us toward collective liberation.
Wish Hotel — Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
November 3, 4 and 5
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WHY IT MATTERS
- 1,000+ participants from across the globe
- 75+ sessions including workshops, performances, and panels
- Led by and for the Global Majority
- Held in the lead-up to COP30, in the host country of Brazil
- Featuring world-renowned Artivists and emerging cultural organizers
A Moment Before the Moment: COP30
The timing of this convening is critical. With COP30 just weeks away, this space offers a unique opportunity to organize, align, and amplify. As new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are submitted and climate leaders gather in Brazil, we will uplift the voices of those most impacted—and most creative—in the global movement for climate and social justice.
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Our Intentions
This convening will be a space to:
- Celebrate cultural resistance and the brilliance of Artivists shaping new realities
- Strengthen networks between artists, organizers, and funders
- Strategize across movements to integrate culture and storytelling into systems change
- Mobilize before COP30, aligning our voices for maximum global impact
- Honor intersectionality across issues like gender, mental health, environmental justice, and democracy
What to Expect
- Immersive workshops and hands-on creative labs
- Keynotes and conversations with movement builders and cultural innovators
- Performances, exhibits, and screenings from around the world
- Opportunities to share, learn, and co-create in a community of purpose
- A hybrid format to ensure global access, with virtual and in-person engagement
Salvador, Bahia: not just a host city
Salvador is not just a host city—it’s a powerful cultural and political anchor. As the heart of Afro-Brazilian identity and resistance, Salvador offers a rich, living backdrop for this gathering. Its art, music, and spiritual traditions carry generations of resilience, making it the perfect setting for a global conversation on justice, creativity, and collective healing.
Backed by local institutions, community leaders, and the Brazilian Ministry of Arts and Culture, this conference is deeply rooted in place and people. Expect a vibrant exchange with local movements and cultural expressions woven into every moment.
Be Part of the Movement
This is your invitation. Whether you’re a seasoned Artivist or just discovering the intersection of art and activism, there’s a place for you in Salvador.
- Apply to present a session
- Join us in person or online
- Sponsor or partner with us
- Spread the word
CONTACT US
For further information regarding the 2025 Global Artivism Conference or any queries regarding Sponsorship or Partnership Opportunities please email: info@globalartivism.ca
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