Round II Projects

PROJECT

I Am Able

Social justice

PROJECT FOCUS AREA:

Social justice and community engagement

ZIP CODE(S):

92243

PROJECT BY:

Best S.T.E.P. Forward

COLLABORATORS:

Jacqueline B Riddell (lead artist/practitioner); Etilberto Aguilar, Alex Tamayo (supporting artists/practitioners)

The I Am Able campaign aims to target the special needs community, to empower, uplift, and support a community often forgotten and excluded from communities not fit for all walks of life. Through mural-making, the objective is to bring light to the art of need and support by being the voice of those who have gone unheard for being born differently abled. Inspire, support, and encourage that with community support, understanding, and inclusivity, the special needs community served is Able and can positively impact when given a platform to shine.

The mural content focuses primarily on the campaign's mission of inclusion and triumph while dispelling the stigma of limits placed on individuals with unique needs, disabilities, or any physical/mental condition or hardship. The mural will achieve this objective by displaying the statement, "I AM ABLE," in large, bold letters. Accompanying this powerful statement will be an ensemble of visual elements, clearly identifiable and creatively hidden, to have onlookers discover new aspects with every glance. Ultimately, the cornucopia of visuals will tie in the campaign's theme, Best S.T.E.P Forward's program objectives and activities, and several distinctly local visuals, resulting in a mural to bring awareness to all.

LEARN ABOUT THE ARTIST + CULTURAL PRACTITIONERS

Best S.T.E.P. Forward

Imperial County

Best STEP Forward is a nonprofit serving the Imperial Valley area dedicated to providing an inclusive, neurodiverse environment where children with disabilities can learn and thrive. S.T.E.P. stands for Sports, Theatre, Expression, and Perseverance. The organization hosts various events throughout the year that incorporate sports and artistic expression.

Best S.T.E.P. Forward

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