The Unspoken Truth

By Dean L. Johnson, V.P. Community Relations

Healing travels many roads and by way of many modes. Art and performance are two of the more powerful vehicles that drive recovery for those who have survived the pain and trauma of personal violence, abuse, incest.

This past weekend, Seven Counties was honored to be the presenting sponsor of an exhibition of art and performance that was both powerful and groundbreaking. More than 300 individuals in our community experienced (and created) visual arts, performance arts, films, music, lectures and discussions all centered on one goal - to end personal violence against persons everywhere. Granted, it's a lofty goal - but oh what a start 18 contributing artists, nine dancers, poets, musicians and others made.

In the words of the world's best known anthropologist, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. "

Due to the success of Unspoken Truth (the title refers to the silence within families that is too often the response to violence and abuse), the visual arts will remain at the Huff Gallery at the Spalding University Library in downtown Louisville until August 10th. Take a few moments in one of your days and experience what one attendee described as "the most powerful hour of my life."

You can find more information at http://unspokentruthexhibit.wordpress.com/