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The theoretical framework of the fugitive space in this practice centres on crossing borders and opening spaces.  The stories, artwork, poetry and music are vehicles with the potential to challenge binary thinking and injustices. Stepping aside from deficit models that position risk factors versus protective factors is vital to this practice. The use of narratives, such as the one linked below, opens a space for students to share their histories and draws upon their own personal experiences as progressive forms of language— visual arts, poetry and song—which are then projected back into the community. The conversations include interactions with artists, activists, law enforcement and the community as new ‘becomings’ emerge through the workings of art. Within the fugitive space of this practice the gallery is characterized as a fluid space which is exemplified in the range of activities and practices, and contributes to the sense of belonging and making of place in Barrio Logan. As a fugitive space it is also a space that encourages escape and rupture—personal agency and disruption of power structures through dialogical encounters.