International Artists Boycotting the United States: A Cultural Response to Trump’s Policies
In response to the authoritarian shifts under President Trump’s administration, several international artists have taken a stand by boycotting performances in the United States. Notable figures such as András Schiff, Christian Tetzlaff, and Jean-Guihen Queyras have canceled U.S. engagements, highlighting the global resistance against Trump’s controversial policies, including his overhaul of cultural institutions like the Kennedy Center.
Sista D and Fellow Artists Lead the Fight Against Child Rape in Zambia
On April 3, 2025, Lusaka's streets echoed with the voices of protesters demanding justice for the alarming rise in child rape cases. Among them were prominent musicians like Sista D, B’Flow, and Wezi Heartsound, who joined civil society groups to call for legal reforms to protect Zambia’s children from sexual violence.
Serbia’s Arts Community Joins Protests
Theatre workers join Serbia’s mass protests after the Novi Sad railway tragedy, demanding justice
Chile protests persist with artists involved
Protests over inequality persist in Chile, with artists involved, despite government crackdowns and ongoing unrest in 2025.
The Bluebird Movement: Taiwan's Democratic Spirit
Through peaceful protests, public discourse, and community organization, the Bluebird Movement has become a beacon of hope and resilience. It underscores Taiwan's role as a vibrant democracy in East Asia
Mozambique Artists Demand Peaceful Dialogue
Mozambique artists rally for peace, urging dialogue to end violence after disputed 2024 elections
Artists in Dhaka's Fight for Freedom
Artists led Dhaka’s revolution, using murals, banners, and satire to reclaim freedom through creativity.