Seeing Me: Experiences of the Next Generation

Heather Sloane, MSW, PhD | September 23-25

Topic: Art | Knowledge Level: All levels

Young adult artists and writers from Toledo-area high schools share their experiences and perspectives on societal stigmas, stereotypes, and mental health. This art experience aims to highlight the individuality of the artists, celebrate their resiliency, and fuel connection across generations. This exhibit provides a space for attendees to explore and learn about the concepts of narrative, biases, traumas and struggles, relationships, and the use of art as a therapeutic process. Most importantly, this exhibit hopes that attendees will utilize the ability to see the individuals that are often hidden behind generational stereotypes.

Exhibit Objectives:

· Highlight the use of art as coping skill and therapeutic intervention

· Provide space for teens and young artists to share their stories and shape the narrative of their generation

· Celebrate resiliency

· Understand mental health, stereotypes, social stigma, and trauma from the perspective of young adults

About the Exhibit Organizer

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Heather Sloane, MSW, PhD

Dr. Heather Sloane teaches at The University of Toledo across the Social Work curriculum with a focus on macro practice and policy. She blends her education and experience in health care social work with cultural studies and critical theory. She also piloted a writing program for Toledo-area high school students, has been involved in the Conference Art Committee since its conception 6 years ago, and was previously the Art Committee Director.

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