Memorial Art for All: Supporting Marginalized Communities in Collective Healing

Abstract The authors explore how memorial art can use innovative forms to deal with collective trauma and promote the development of social inclusion. By examining three different forms of memorial art, it focuses on the method of creating space for marginalized groups in the process of collective healing. The concept of creating space for marginalized groups in collective healing is realized through the mixed commemorative form of integrating physical and digital elements. It is presented as community-led workshops with long-term participation mechanisms, real-time virtua commemorative activities, and immersive interactive devices. The authors redefine traditional commemoration in reference to the methods used by marginalized groups, which can ensure that, after the global health crisis, all kinds of stories and experiences can be presented.

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Leonardo
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2025-12-05
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https://doi.org/10.1162/leon.a.2592
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Art Therapy and Mental Health
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Memorial Art for All: Supporting Marginalized Communities in Collective Healing

Xiaojiao Chen, Jiaxing Ren
Leonardo
Art Therapy and Mental Health
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Memorial Art for All: Supporting Marginalized Communities in Collective Healing

Xiaojiao Chen, Jiaxing Ren
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Abstract The authors explore how memorial art can use innovative forms to deal with collective trauma and promote the development of social inclusion. By examining three different forms of memorial art, it focuses on the method of creating space for marginalized groups in the process of collective healing. The concept of creating space for marginalized groups in collective healing is realized through the mixed commemorative form of integrating physical and digital elements. It is presented as community-led workshops with long-term participation mechanisms, real-time virtua commemorative activities, and immersive interactive devices. The authors redefine traditional commemoration in reference to the methods used by marginalized groups, which can ensure that, after the global health crisis, all kinds of stories and experiences can be presented.

LeonardoVol. 59(1)
Zhejiang University of Technology (CN), Zhejiang University (CN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 56%
Art Therapy and Mental Health
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