Memory, Identity, and Art: Stories from Minority Voices

Art takes center stage as a powerful voice for justice and inclusion at the ‘Arts, Minorities, and Human Rights’ exhibition, which opened in early November at the Centre des Arts, International School of Geneva. Featuring works by 22 laureates from the International Art Contest for Minority Artists (2022–2024), the exhibition is a collaborative effort by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Minority Rights Group International (MRG), Freemuse, and the City of Geneva. It stands as a testament to the role of art in amplifying the voices of minority communities and defending human rights worldwide.

With a compelling variety of media—photography, sculpture, music, and more—the exhibition delves into profound themes such as statelessness, discrimination, and the interplay of memory and identity. The exhibition showcases the journeys of minority artists, offering personal and collective narratives that challenge societal norms and foster a dialogue on inclusion. Free and open to the public, the exhibition is available in both English and French and runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, until 18 December. For details, visit the Centre des Arts’ website: Ecolint CDA