Aids Quote by Scilla Elworthy
“The arts can bring the heart to the aid of the head, the personal to the political.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Global Forum on Arts, 2019
Art connects emotion and intellect, linking personal experience to political issues.
In simple terms: Art bridges heart and mind, personal and political.
Use art to express and influence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- education
- community projects
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can art stay authentic while driving politics?
- What role should artists play in policy?
Art may be co‑opted or misunderstood.