Artist Roza El-Hassan and the Syrian lawyer and human rights activist Shadi Al Shhadeh will present at Kunst Halle Sankt Gallen their project Zaytoon (Arabic for ‘olives’) which documents the movement for democracy in Syria since 2012. Their work, which takes place on Internet platforms and in publications, consists of the gathering and analysis of information and art projects as well as the support of the communication between cultural activists. Specific emphases lie on the meaning of art for society, educational projects for Syrian refugees and civil, nonviolent actions. More Information
The talk will be held in English.
This event is supported by Ernst und Olga Gubler-Hablützel Stiftung and Pro Helvetia.
Participation is free.