The Beirut Workshop on Culture and Digital Transformation was held on September 30, 2023, at the Kulturnest Cultural Space in Sin-el-Fil (Lebanon) with 24 attendees. The workshop was organized by Dar al-Kalima NGO for Arts and Culture in Lebanon, in collaboration with Kulturnest (kulturnest.com), and funded by Dar al-Kalima University/CAFCAW program.
Several issues were addressed by trainers and speakers and discussed with the youth: What are the main challenges and opportunities of digital transformation in the realm of arts and culture in Lebanon? How does digital transformation impact activism, and what are the challenges and opportunities it presents for activists? What tools and platforms have redefined activist engagement in the digital era, and what complexities does digital activism face? What is the significance of art in societal development and individual self-expression, especially during challenging times? How can digital transformation amplify the reach of artistic ideas, and what role does social media play in this context? What practical guidance is provided for utilizing Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for home recording and digital art creation? How has storytelling evolved and remained relevant in the digital age? What impact can compel storytelling have on one’s online presence, and how can it make your work stand out? What are the various applications of AI-generated art, and how does it intersect with traditional artistic creation? What ethical considerations are associated with AI in art, including copyright concerns and biases within AI algorithms? How will participants actively create AI-generated artwork and explore the ethical challenges of this art form?
The workshop was divided into three main training sessions, followed by an introductory session with three talks. Participants had the opportunity to experience hands-on and experiential activities and worked individually and in groups during the sessions.
