collaboration has become characteristic for much of the contemporary art practices in the 21th century. Often, the artist is conceived as a collaborator and producer of situations and events. Many community-based art projects, in particular, address the concerns of marginalized community groups, such as people with disabilities, focusing on social issues in order to strive towards developing politically aware community events or programs. While many projects aim towards social justice and are inherently building towards a more just future for people with disabilities, there is a need for critical analysis of these projects. This presentation explores and critiques different contemporary and collaborative art practices with people with disabilities. The questions of normalcy, agency and ability in cultural participation are explored theoretically and trough practical examples. Questions are raised around who creates the community and by what means, the politics behind defining the participatory and collaborative groups of people with disabilities, and whose interests are being met as a result of collaboration

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