Art, Community Engagement, Creative Expression Michelle Saleeba Art, Community Engagement, Creative Expression Michelle Saleeba

Community Arts for Wellbeing

The OCD WA Creating Connections exhibition brought twelve professional artists together in support of mental health awareness. Though the artworks were not themed around OCD, the event demonstrated how community arts can build connection, reduce stigma, and foster wellbeing through participation and shared purpose.

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