Art Educator Championing Community Engagement and Sustainability through Creative Practices
Ângela Saldanha, Vice-President of APECV (Associação de Professores de Expressão e Comunicação Visual) in Portugal, is a prominent figure in art education and research, focusing on the intersection of contemporary art, community engagement, and sustainability. In her role at APECV, Saldanha coordinates research initiatives in art and community engagement, as well as art education, with her interests spanning contemporary art for sustainability, art and community, art education, and diversity. Her leadership extends to international collaborations, as evidenced by her coordination of APECV's team in the Horizon 2020 EU-funded project AMASS (Acting on the Margins: Arts as Social Sculpture). Through her multifaceted work, Saldanha advocates for innovative approaches to art education that promote community involvement, environmental awareness, and inclusive practices. Her efforts contribute significantly to the use of art as a catalyst for social change and sustainable development, positioning her as a key influencer in the evolving landscape of art education and community-based artistic practices.