Dissent Rover / composing a poetics of dissent

Please note: this event will be held in person.

What is dissent? What are poetics?

In this pilot workshop, Dissent Rover invites attendees to rove these questions. We will shape something like a poetics of a dissent, something where we write a poem and reflect on it. We will look to the poems of Refaat Alareer in convergence with the research of Dr Ian Gilchrist, regarding the thresholds of attention and knowledge creation. A working document will be shared beforehand to outline MUCK’s notion of poetics, including source materials from Alareer and Gilchrist. No prior writing experience necessary.

CW: Genocide, ethnic cleansing, martyrdom

MUCK (Must Use Critical Knowledge) is an online archive dedicated to critical art writing and visual art practices. It serves as a platform for diverse voices and approaches that challenge the conventions of traditional artistic and academic discourse.

By fostering experimental and interdisciplinary content, MUCK aims to expand the boundaries of what is typically considered legitimate within institutional spaces. Collaborations with organisations reflect this commitment to engaging with a broad spectrum of creative and critical communities.

MUCK endorses PACBI (Palestinian Academic and Cultural Boycott of "israel") & encourages artist run organisations to learn and endorse for a FREE PALESTINE.

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There will be 12 attendees maximum, and the event will feature comfort breaks. During this event, attendees will participate in: Group Discussions, Break out rooms / Small group discussions, Reading, Writing, Sharing work that has been created

This event will take place at Glasgow Zine Library's space on Albert Road. You can find directions here.

You may be asked to wear a mask at this event.

If you have any questions or access requirements, please get in touch with us via [email protected]

All events will adhere to our safer spaces policy, which you can learn about here.

GZL pledges to support The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel. As part of this pledge we may participate in strikes called in response to the ongoing genocide in Palestine. If this event falls on a strike day and is cancelled, we will work with event leaders to reschedule the event asap. Participants will also have the option of receiving an immediate refund for any ticket purchases and travel booked to attend.

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