Christos Stavrou
Monday 25th of November 2024
Cultural Accessibility as Activist Action
In a society where culture is often considered a privilege, the lack of access to cultural experiences, such as theater, music, and museums, deprives many individuals of the opportunity to participate equally in shaping and understanding cultural identity. These exclusive practices perpetuate inequalities and contribute to marginalization. Cultural accessibility emerges as a response, advocating for the right of all people to connect with culture as a fundamental human need and right.
The activist dimension of cultural accessibility primarily focuses on pushing for changes in policies and practices that hinder equal participation in cultural life. As an activist endeavor, it not only aims for equal opportunities in culture but also works toward building a society that embraces inclusivity, solidarity, and diversity.
Bio
Dr. Christos Stavrou received his PhD in history of cinema and film subtitling from Ionian University. He has a Master’s degree in Theory and Didactics of Translation and Interpreting (Ionian University) and a second Master’s degree in Cultural Studies (Université Paris Nanterre). He graduated from the Department of English Language and Literature (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and the Department of French Language and Literature (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and he has also pursued undergraduate studies in Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales in Paris.
He is Editorial Assistant at The Journal of Audiovisual Translation (JAT) which is a reference academic journal for studies about accessibility and audiovisual translation. He is the co-editor of the volume AVT as a Bridge for Communication: From Language Learning to Accessibility. Furthermore, he has participated at conferences and symposia in Greece and abroad. He has published articles in peer-reviewed journals and chapters in anthologies.
