CD Tree

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Using art as a means to inform Young Modern Performers

Summary

In this recipe we describe how to address YMPs about sustainable use of IT with art installations. For the development action that is described here, we chose to create as an installation of art a tree out of metal and glass that carries CDs instead of fruits. Both the stem of the tree and CDs present information about sustainable IT.

Why choose an art installation?

YMPs are not naturally interested in a development topic just because it is about development. It is one topic amongst many others that they are open to. That being said, it becomes clear that you can increase the interest of this target group in your message if you combine it with something that attracts the attention of the YMPs. So art objects are something that YMPs can be attracted to, if they fit with their expectations and taste.

You may find other topics of development education that can be transported with the means of art in an interesting way. Feel free to get inspired by our example of a 'CD tree'.