Intercultural Transformation Practices Exoticization of The Indigenous: Art, Music, and Childhood

Abstract

Objective: To explore how the situated artistic practices of Nasa We’sx women and children from southern Tolima contribute to the emergence of participatory artistic initiatives within the framework of the "Cero a Siempre" policy. Theoretical Framework: This is based on decolonial epistemologies and the theory of ethical-political art as axes of social transformation. Additionally, it incorporates theories from thinkers like Jacques Rancière and Gayatri Spivak, highlighting art as a tool of resistance. Method: A contextual and reflective analysis was conducted to examine the constitution of Nasa We’sx arts, their relationship with politics and symbolism, as well as their connection to the production of situated knowledge. Results: Intersections, tensions, and intercultural transformations emerging from the indigenous communities in southern Tolima were identified. These communities have developed processes of emancipation and intervention based on their identities, mediated by the construction of situated artworks. Implications of the Research: This study highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing forms of artistic expression from non-hegemonic perspectives. It also underscores the relevance of artistic practices as tools of protest and emancipation, as well as their contribution to the production of situated knowledge. Originality/Value: The article provides a critical and reflective perspective on the situated artistic practices of Nasa We’sx women and children, emphasizing their originality in the context of the "Cero a Siempre" policy and early childhood programs in the municipality of Planadas.