In School

The classroom provides a unique opportunity for Shanti methodology and concepts to be integrated into the curriculum. Shanti teaching artists and classroom teachers meet to design an art project which incorporates specific learning objectives. Fine arts standards, social emotional learning standards, and subject area standards can all be included. Periodic artist/teacher meetings throughout the program ensure that curricular connections are salient.

See some examples of In School Programs HERE
 

After School

As part of a larger after school program, or as a stand-alone club (with local staff support), Shanti after school programs give youth the opportunity to participate in productive work and meaningful interactions during the hours between school and home life. Participants determine the themes for the art project. Academic focus can be incorporated as desired.

See some examples of After School Programs HERE
 

Community Based

Communities face many different issues, including gentrification, poverty, violence, homelessness, economic disparity, racial tension, and cultural differences. Communities also come together to celebrate their blessings and carry out traditions. In Shanti Community-Based programs, participants are led by the Shanti artist through activities which help them identify issues or themes that are pertinent and meaningful in the community. Subsequently, the group creates art together around these issues or themes. Art can serve as a means to display issues to a larger audience, work out differences in the community, or celebrate blessings and traditions.

See some examples of Community Based Programs HERE
 

Professional Development

Shanti conducts in-service training and workshops in the methodology used by our artists. Teachers or other professionals can learn to implement a nonviolence curriculum and use the arts to practice peacemaking and conflict resolution.

See some examples of Professional Development Programs HERE