Live Streetart with the ArtLords
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ArtLords will create a mural that invites exiled artists as well as children and passers-by to participate. The motif of the mural refers to the tragic situation of women and girls who are no longer welcome in public life in Afghanistan. It tells of the imprisonment of Afghan women and girls and their dreams.
ArtLords
The art collective ArtLords was founded in 2014. It is a global grassroots movement of artists* driven by a desire to pave the way for social change and behavioural transformation by using the "soft power" of art and culture as a non-invasive approach.
Omaid Sharifi is an artist, president and CEO of Wartists and ArtLords, and a fellow at Harvard University. Omaid Sharifi is a board member of CIVICUS, as well as a board member and alumni of the Atlantic Council's Millennium Leadership Programme and a recipient of the Global Pluralism Award.
Kabir Mokamel was fascinated by art and the diversity of artistic expression from an early age. In the beginning of his artistic creation, Kabir was inspired by his cultural heritage and his own experiences. His artworks deal with politics, religion, history, displacement and identity. With his thought-provoking images and symbolism, Kabir invites viewers to self-reflection, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around us. His art serves as a catalyst for dialogue, challenging preconceptions and encouraging constructive conversations. Through his art, Kabir aims to raise awareness, stimulate dialogue and bring about positive change in society.
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