Art Exhibition 25.11.2021
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On the occasion of the International Day against Violence against Women, an art exhibition opened at the University Library. The exhibition will begin on Nov. 25 and end on Dec. 11, 2021, with a special focus on womanhood and empowerment. The exhibition can be visited free of charge during the opening hours of the Universitätsbibliothek: Monday-Friday: 6pm-2pm Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm |
Program on November 25
| As a prelude to the art exhibition and an act of solidarity with all those affected by violence, the orange flag was raised at 2 p.m. on Nov. 25, 2021, as part of the Orange the World campaign. In addition, three anonymous cases of sexual harassment were chalked on the campus grounds in the style of the activist Instagram page "catcallsofmagdeburg." Afterwards, an online vernissage with a speech by Prof. Dr. phil. nat. Borna Relja was held for all interested parties. In addition, there was the possibility to get first insights into the exhibition. |
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Background of the Event
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The exhibition is part of the annual UN campaign " Orange the World " against violence against women. She would like to draw attention to this problem, which is exacerbated by COVID-19. Why orange? The color serves as a symbol to make violence against women visible and to counter it as one of the most common human rights violations. Various organizations around the world are taking part in the campaign and illuminating central buildings in orange, for example. |