As one steps into a realm of vibrant colours and imaginative landscapes at an art exhibition showcasing masterpieces by children along with their mentors, the urge to express love for mother Earth looms large. The little strokes of childhood innocence, however, bring forth a more serious message for the world – about the essence of our natural environment, its beauty, fragility, and the urgent need for conserving it at all costs. With creativity depicting the plight of lush green forests as well as crystal-clear oceans teeming with colourful life, the young artists have presented a collective call for action.
In an endeavour to empower young talents with special needs, foster global understanding, and raise awareness about the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), an initiative led by Madeleine ImKey, in collaboration with the French Academic Society Arts-Sciences-Lettres, unfolded in Oman last week. Established in 1915, the Academic Society Arts-Sciences-Lettres, headquartered in Paris, France, is dedicated to promoting artists, scholars, and scientists worldwide. Entitled ‘Bridging Nations with Interculturality, Inclusivity, and SDGs,’ the event, proudly sponsored by Oxy Oman, marked a historic milestone as the Academy’s first international cultural endeavor outside France in its 109-year legacy, showcasing Oman’s global cultural significance.
Under Madeleine ImKey’s guidance, the initiative united 17 children and young adults with special need.
