Pearls of Wisdom Community Wall
Favorite works in Pearls of Wisdom Community Wall ...
TO CREATE A PEARL:
Gather your supplies — paper, pencils, pens, crayons — then draw or trace a circle. Listen to your own heart as you create your pearl of wisdom.
TO SHARE YOUR PEARL:
Take a digital photo or scan your pearl and click on the "Be a Part of this "Exhibition" button below. Be sure to include your words of wisdom in the description field after you upload your pearl.
ABOUT THE PEARLS OF WISDOM PROJECT
Pearls of Wisdom: End the Violence is a two-year community engagement project that was created by artist Kim Abeles in collaboration with A Window Between Worlds and 800 survivors of domestic abuse and community supporters to forge courage and build momentum to end domestic violence. The project to date has included more than 70 workshops, three exhibitions, extensive documentation including a full-color catalogue and public programs.
VIEW EXHIBITION:
To see full exhibit as it appeared in the first installation at the Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles, click here.
ACCESS CURRICULUM:
To access Pearls curriculum designed for grades 9-12 and college level, click here. The curriculum is written to integrate wtih social justice course offerings.
THANK YOU
Support from The James Irvine Foundation as well as the Department of Cultural Affairs, Los Angeles, Durfee Foundation, Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles County Arts Commission, Target and the Women's Foundation of California as well as many generous individuals funded the project.
The Pearls Community Wall builds momentum to help end domestic violence.
Just as beautiful pearls are formed in response to irritants, think about your own life lessons that you've learned from overcoming difficulties and then share them on our community wall.
Stand as an ally and help end domestic violence!
