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Intersections: Art & Law at The Border

Intersections: Art and Law at the Border, it’s an annual thought-provoking symposium that explores the complex relationship between creative expression and legal frameworks in the borderlands. This event brings together artists, legal experts, and thought leaders from both sides of the border to engage in meaningful dialogue about the challenges and possibilities of living in the border region of San Diego and Tijuana.

Whether you’re an artist, legal professional, activist, or curious community member, this symposium offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and foster collaboration across borders.

Intersections is a vital platform for bridging divides, amplifying voices, and envisioning a shared future rooted in creativity, equity, and justice.

Intersections 2024

CLA presented its sixth annual bi-national symposium, INTERSECTIONS: Art and Law at the Border. With a focus on the unique geopolitical context of the San Diego-Tijuana region, named the 2024 Design Capital of the World, the symposium delves into the dynamic interplay between art, law, and design in the borderlands.

Through a series of panels, the symposium  highlighted the collaborative efforts of designers, architects, artists, and community advocates working to unite two cities divided by a border wall. Presenters showcased urban and community projects that address pressing humanitarian challenges, offer innovative solutions for cross-border collaboration, and artistic adaptations that reshape the discourse surrounding borders. Attendees had the unique opportunity to engage with leading experts, including legal professionals, artists, and community activists, as they shared their insights and expertise.

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