Moral Injuries of War may be experienced in a moderated or unmoderated manner. We will work with partners to determine which approach may be best suited for a given venue. Depending on the environmental, technical, and staffing capabilities, one or both approaches may be appropriate.
Moderated
The moderated experience is comprised of a 20-minute listening experience and a 15-minute dialogue in response to the audio.
A moderator will guide attendees into the installation space at the beginning of each listening session. Once the audio has played, the moderator will return to the space to facilitate a brief dialogue about the experience, allowing attendees to provide reactions to what they witnessed. The conversation may also be recorded for future integration into the experience.
A minimum of 1 moderator is required for this approach. Moderators may be provided by the Moral Injuries of War team or partners, pending capabilities.
Unmoderated
For the unmoderated experience, the audio will play in a continuous 90-minute loop. Individuals may enter and exit the installation at any time, allowing for a self-regulated, dynamic experience of the audio. Upon exiting, people may be asked to provide reactions in written or recorded form.
We recommend limiting the number of individuals permitted in the installation at once to avoid overcrowding of the space. While active moderation is not required, staffing may be necessary for this purpose.
Installation requirements
To ensure an optimal listening experience, we have outlined key environmental and audio considerations for Moral Injuries of War. We kindly request that partners commit to meeting these requirements.
Environmental
To facilitate an intimate environment, the installation requires:
Minimum 20’ x 20’ enclosed space with sound insulation
A dark, but welcoming, environment with warm lighting. There should only be enough light to see other faces in the room. Ideally, the space will be illuminated by a soft pool of light from above center or a gentle light around the exterior
Seating for a minimum of 15 people. Space and staff allowing, the experience may be scaled to audiences of 100-150 people
Audio
The audio is designed for a minimum 6-channel installation, which requires:
Audio mixer (MOTU)*
Audio recordings*
MacBook with Logic Pro X installed
Minimum of 6 speakers
Sound technician for installation and troubleshooting
*Provided by Moral Injuries of War. Partners are requested to support other installation requirements.