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In the debut episode of Art Inside, we talk to Beth Hill, an arts tutor at the Northland Region Corrections Facility, sometimes referred to as Ngāwhā.
Beth shares her remarkable journey, from rediscovering her passion for the arts to ultimately finding her calling in teaching art within the prison. As she reflects on her experiences, Beth offers valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of working in the corrections space. She highlights the importance of patience, communication, flexibility, and empathy in navigating the complexities of working within prisons. Moreover, Beth underscores the role of arts in fostering curiosity, safe expression, and self-discovery among the tāne she works with.
Learn how the arts can provide a therapeutic outlet for individuals to explore their creativity, rebuild connections, and embark on a journey of personal transformation.
Brought to you by Arts Access Aotearoa.
Host: Neil Wallace - Kaiārahi a Toi, Ara Poutama mo Putanga Toi Ki Aotearoa. The Arts in Corrections Advisor for Arts Access Aotearoa.
Guest: Beth Hill - Creative Wellbeing Practitioner for Redemption Arts & Education Services.
Writers: Iona McNaughton, Sophie Macdonald and Neil Wallace.
Producer: Sophie Macdonald.
Title Track: Halftime Groove by Andrew Dixon
Episode Length: 0:27:32
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