Crafting Change: An Afternoon with the Social Justice Sewing Academy

3550 Trousdale Parkway,Los Angeles CA 90089

14 April, 2022

Description

Explore issues of race, privilege, access, and representation in the world of quilting, sewing, and crafting. Exploring issues of race, privilege, access, and representation in the world of quilting, sewing, and crafting, members of the Social Justice Sewing Academy (SJSA) will share their experiences as “sewcial justice” warriors and makers from diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities. They will also explore their collective call for anti-racism actions in the sewing industry and to amplify the place and voice of LGBTQIA+, Black, and Indigenous sewists and makers of color. After the panel, USC students are invited to participate in a hands-on workshop led by SJSA founder Sara Trail. Small groups will brainstorm and create justice-oriented quilt blocks that will be incorporated in future SJSA community quilt and embroidery projects. Schedule:3–4 p.m.: Panel 4:30–6 p.m.: Workshop for USC students Click to read more. COVID-19 Health and Safety: Medical grade masks (surgical, N95, KN95, or KF 94) are required for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Attendees who do not have medical grade masks may obtain one when entering campus at the main entry gates.All persons accessing USC campuses must complete Trojan Check, USC's daily wellness assessment, on the day of their visit. In addition to Trojan Check, all persons age 12 and older will be required to show proof of vaccination to enter campus. Either a physical CDC-issued vaccine card or a digital copy will be accepted. As an alternative, guests may show a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the event. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test must be accompanied by a photo ID.For more information, please visit the updated campus access protocols page. Presented by USC Visions and Voices: The Arts and Humanities Initiative. Organized by Shannon Gibson (Political Science and International Relations).