Silk Road Culture Centre’s Humanitarian Artists Camp: ART FOR LIFE – ART FOR GAZA
Introduction: The Power of Artistic Expression
In a world where protests often conjure images of loud chants, angry slogans and charged confrontations, not all forms of dissent require noise and fury. Sometimes, the most moving demonstrations of solidarity come from a quiet reflection on the beauty and resilience of a culture.
Such is our upcoming “Art for Life – Art for Gaza” Artists Camp – an artistic expression with a staunch belief that when words fall short, art can speak. It is a serene expression of compassion, and a creatively inspired testimony to the strength, spirit, and humanity of Gaza and Palestine.
Our media briefing has offered you essential context, clarity and collaboration insights into this Artists Camp. To reiterate, it is a unique, inclusive, multicultural and multi-disciplinary humanitarian event – an 8-day congregation of artists, performers, intellectuals and thought-leaders gathered from 30-04-2025 till 07-05-2025, aiming to build empathy and unity through creative expression dedicated to celebrating the rich cultural heritage and historical richness of Gaza and Palestine, and advocating for global peace and harmony across faiths, disciplines, and nations.
Purpose of the Upcoming Artists Camp: A Somber Cultural Assembly
The creative expressions in “Art for Life – Art for Gaza” Artists Camp will highlight the spiritual strength, dignity and beauty of Gaza’s people, and honor the rich legacy of Palestinian culture in visual and performing arts – now facing existential threats. It is designed to:
- Regard the people and historical identity of Gaza and Palestine
- Recognize their enduring artistic heritage and resilience
- Create a contemplative space for reflection and hope through creative mediums
- Foster global solidarity through artistic expression
- Support humanitarian aid efforts for the children and people of Gaza
Artistic & Humanitarian Vision: With Nakba Remain, we use Art for Hope
A diverse collective of Pakistani and international artists, performers, intellectuals, and thought leaders will participate in this event. Expression of solidarity will take many forms including:
🎨 Painting & Sculpture 🖋 Calligraphy & Poetry 📽 Short Films
🎭 Theatre & Dance 🎵 Music 🖼 Installations & Interactive Art
Global Engagement & Outcome
- Artists from across Pakistan will participate in-person, while online contributors from around the world will be integrated into live sessions.
- A special discourse on Gaza and all creative dialogues will be live-streamed to a national and global audience.
- Artistic works created during the Camp workshops will be curated into a Public Art Festival and Charity Auction, with 100% of proceeds directed to humanitarian aid for Gaza’s children and vulnerable communities.
This week-long event will be attended by:
- Ministers and senior government officials
- Dignitaries, diplomats and representatives from foreign embassies and missions
- Representatives from the corporate and development sectors
- Academicians and students from leading institutions
- Wider public, including art enthusiasts, peace advocates and cultural patrons
Role of Media: Amplifying Effort
We reverentially call upon you to:
- Cover pre-event highlights, on-ground daily highlights and artist features, and post-event outcomes
- Conduct interviews with participating artists, curators and thought leaders
- Create feature segments, documentary-style pieces, and event specials
- Use collaborative storytelling, original content, and live-stream opportunities
- Partner in co-branded promotions, creative collaborations, digital storytelling, and support hashtag campaigns
Addressing Concerns: In line with Government Stance
We fully acknowledge the sensitive nature of current geopolitical developments. This Artists Camp does not challenge or contradict the official stance of the Government of Pakistan in any way, and fully adheres to the government’s policy on the conflict in Gaza.
It must be acknowledged that the “Art for Life – Art for Gaza” Artists Camp is an arts-led initiative rooted in humanitarian and cultural values. It is by no means affiliated with any political agenda or campaign.
Your media organization is encouraged to cover the event confidently, without fear of reprisal or misinterpretation.
Closing Note: A Commitment to Peaceful Creativity
Silk Road Culture Centre reaffirms its belief in the unifying power of art, the dignity of culture, and the resilience of the human spirit. With your support, we hope to deliver a message that transcends conflict and fear – a message of solidarity, peace, and enduring hope.
Together, let us showcase that in the face of loss, we can still create. Through culture, we can still connect. Through shared history, we can still hope. And through art, we can still keep the dream alive.
Humanitarian Artists Camp
“Nakba Remain”
April 30 – May 7, 2025
📅 Schedule of Events
April 30, 2025 – Opening Ceremony
🕚 10:45 AM – Arrival of Chief Guests
🕚 11:00 AM – Opening Session
- National Anthems: Pakistan & Palestine
- Welcome Address: Mr. Jamal Shah, Chairman SRCC
- Video Messages: International Scholars and Thought Leaders
- Remarks:
- Dr. Zuhair Zaid
- Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed
- Art Exhibition Opening (Viewings & Silent Auction)
- Workshop Tour & Artist Interaction
- Media Briefing & Group Photo Session
May 1, 2025 – Talks & Creative Workshops
🕚 11:00 AM – Talk/Discourse on Gaza
🕦 11:30 AM – Creative Workshops: Painting, Music, Theatre, Poetry, Writing, Dance
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎭 02:30 PM – Workshops Resume
☕ 04:30 PM – Tea Break
🎨 05:00 PM – Workshops Continue
🖼 Till 08:00PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
May 2, 2025 – Dialogue & Poetry
🎓 Morning: Visit by School Groups
Dialogue with Artists
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎨 02:30 PM – Workshops Continue
📝 04:00 PM – Mushaira & Poetry Evening: In Solidarity with Gaza
🎭 04:30 PM – Workshops Continue
☕ 06:30 PM – Tea Break
🖼 Till 08:00PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
May 3, 2025 – Screenings & Performance
🎨 11:00 AM – Workshops Resume
🎥 11:30 AM – Screening: No Other Land
School & College Visits
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎭 02:30 PM – Workshops Continue
☕ 04:30 PM – Tea Break
🎭 07:30 PM – PNCA Performance Evening
🖼 Till 08:00PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
May 4, 2025 – Creative Practice & Film
🎨 11:00 AM – Workshops Continue
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎭 02:30 PM – Workshops Resume
☕ 04:30 PM – Tea Break
🎥 06:30 PM – Evening Film Screening
🖼 Till 08:00PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
May 5, 2025 – Multimedia & Artist Showcases
🎨 11:00 AM – Workshops
👥 12:00 PM – Group Visits
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎭 02:30 PM – Workshops Resume
☕ 04:30 PM – Tea Break
🎭 07:00 PM – Multimedia Showcase
Live Multidisciplinary performance
🖼 Till 08:00PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
May 6, 2025 – Workshops & Engagement
🎨 11:00 AM – Workshops Continue
👥 12:00 PM – Student/Guest Visits
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎭 02:30 PM – Workshops Resume
☕ 04:30 PM – Tea Break
🎨 06:30 PM – Evening Workshop Session
🖼 Till 08:00PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
May 7, 2025 – Exhibition & Closing
🖼 11:00 AM – Final Display Arrangements
🍽 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
🎭 02:30 PM – Media Visit
🖼 05:00 PM – Exhibition Viewings & Silent Auction
🎭 08:00 PM – Grand Multimedia Performance & Closing Ceremony
For media coordination and coverage opportunities, please contact:
Media Liaison Officer
Ms Sumbul Bint-e-Ehsan
0333-7075031
[email: [email protected]]
