Up Close with Xyza Cruz Bacani: Artist in Service

Through their creative expressions, artists have and continue to utilize the transformative power of art as a form of protest; to draw attention to social issues; and to inspire individuals to take action and create change. Do artists have a responsibility to serve as a force for social change?

Join us for an intimate conversation with Xyza Cruz Bacani, a Filipina interdisciplinary artist about the circuitous journey she has taken to becoming a widely-acclaimed photographer and her commitment to using art in the service of greater societal good. Having worked as a second-generation domestic worker in Hong Kong for almost a decade, Xyza is passionate about amplifying the voices of the marginalized communities and advocating for their rights, raising awareness about under-reported stories, and promoting arts-based initiatives and collaborations to catalyze social change.