Breaking the Veils

“The ArtReach Foundation is honored to have been selected by the Royal Society of Fine Arts of Jordan to be the presenting organization of this unique exhibition, Breaking the Veils: Women Artists from the Islamic World. This exhibition has been shown in sixteen European cities and Australia during the last five years, and ArtReach is pleased to present this important U.S. tour. We hope you will consider supporting our effort to advance cross-cultural understanding and dialogue through this landmark exhibition.”
- Susan M. Anderson, Founder, The ArtReach Foundation

Project Bosnia

“Now, when the eyes of the world have once again refocused on a time of horrific pain and suffering in Bosnia, as a result of the arrest of former Commander of the Yugoslav Army, General Ratko Mladic, I reflect on the many incredible people whom I met during my time there (1999-2005). The ArtReach Foundation made this our first place in which to offer our training programs that use the creative arts to assist in healing from trauma. I shall never forget the stories of sorrow, loss, and hopelessness. At the same time, I will always remember the dedicated and compassionate teachers, social workers, doctors, parents, artists and humanitarians who somehow found hope and strength to not only survive, but to look forward towards a better day for the next generation. May peace and justice prevail, and may these people be a beacon of light for us all.”
- Susan M. Anderson, Founder, The ArtReach Foundation

Project Gulf Coast

Project Jordan

Many ArtReach supporters have told us that the Project Lebanon Blog provided, perhaps for the first time, a direct window into the impact of the ArtReach training experience, and a view into the personal, emotional responses that are expressed, acknowledged and respected by the ArtReach Faculty and training participants. The ArtReach Training Workshop sponsored by J.O.H.U.D. and held in Amman, Jordan (Jan. 27-31, 2008) provided an opportunity for us to expand the scope of ArtReach “blog” journaling to include other voices, perspectives, and impact impressions from ArtReach training participants.

Project Middle East

ArtNotes from the Field

Project America

In 2009, ArtReach launched its domestic initiative, ArtReach: Project America. Through the ArtReach Model® (Model) of treatment, this Project offers military personnel and Veterans a way of healing from combat trauma, PTSD, TBI, and other war and service related trauma, including MST. Project America also offers workshops and retreats to Military Families and Military Professional Providers serving them as a way of healing from secondary trauma.

This Model is an immersion-based therapeutic approach that includes the integration of the creative arts within a group setting that promotes healing, reconnection to one’s imagination and creativity, and connection with others in a safe space. The workshop structure of immersion enhances the connection to self and others, building a sense of trust and readiness to work within the safety of the group.

In efforts to expand our work, the Model includes a train-the-trainers program. This five phase Training Program is offered to licensed/certified creative arts therapists, licensed mental health care providers, and veteran-mentors. Specific to Project America, veterans from VietNam through OEF/OIF have been included as peer-trainers on our Teams, complementing the Training Team.