'This is an excellent volume, breath-taking in both the breadth of its field of reference and clarity in its analysis of what we know about the potential of arts as (rather than in) development, and about what more work is required. Similarly impressive is the way the volume balances theoretical rigour with the pragmatic requirements of delivering arts-led development projects. This is a must-read volume for academics and practitioners working in this fast-growing area.'Paul Cooke, Centre for World Cinemas and Digital Cultures, School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, University of Leeds, UK'It seems increasingly improbable to hope for a more just and equitable world. This book joyfully reminds us of the power, possibilities and limitations of the arts to reimagine our futures.'Peter O’Connor, FRSNZ, The University of Auckland, New Zealand 'This ground-breaking handbook is vital reading for scholars, practitioners, policy makers, funders, and educators interested in harnessing the potential of the arts as global development. It critically charts the latest developments in the field, valuably outlines key concepts and frameworks, and showcases a wide array of practice, programs, and thinking from leading researchers and practitioners across the world. The handbook is engagingly structured around some of the most pressing issues facing our generation, and makes a compelling case for the essential role the arts can play in wellbeing, healing, social interaction, and enabling communities to imagine their own aspirations for development. Powerful, thought-provoking, and extraordinarily timely for the world we live in right now. Highly recommended reading!'Brydie-Leigh Bartleet, Lead Editor of The Oxford Handbook of Community Music; Professor at the Creative Arts Research Institute, Griffith University, Australia