“Many stories matter. Stories have been used to dispossess and to malign. But stories can also be used to empower, and to humanize. Stories can break the dignity of a people. But stories can also repair that broken dignity.”
— Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Author
Joua has spent the past decade designing, launching, managing and teaching community education programs, mostly in the arts and media. Joua’s work is embedded in elevating voices of the underrepresented and utilizing art as a tool for empowerment and change.
Places:
Saint Paul Neighborhood Network
Walker Arts Center
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Saint Paul Public Schools
Minneapolis Public Schools
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See samples of work produced by participants of programs Joua led:
