This course will introduce students to the creation of social change using the arts as a strategy to address global health challenges, with an emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa. Students will examine contextual aspects of and influences on health and health care. Students will gain basic skills and experience in selected fine arts (e.g., theatre, music) and will explore their application to culturally safe health promotion initiatives.
This course will introduce students to the creation of social change using the arts as a strategy to address global health challenges, with an emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa. Students will examine contextual aspects of and influences on health and health care. Students will gain basic skills and experience in selected fine arts (e.g., theatre, music) and will explore their application to culturally safe health promotion initiatives.
