With Memory House Dakar, we hope to ignite discussions on the human rights violations perpetrated by the #YahyaJammeh regime and showcase how artivism can be used to keep stories alive.
From March 11th to March 18th 2023 at Loman Art Gallery, The Memorial House exhibition will showcase powerful portrait photographs by Jason and Helen Florio and Muhammed Bittaye as well as some personal items for the victims.
A panel discussion and a screening will be held on the rooftop of Loman Art March 11th, starting at 18h00.
The Duty to Remember harnesses the power of visual storytelling and documents the transitional justice process in The Gambia. By doing so, it contributes to the collective right of society to know the truth about past events and circumstances that led to human rights violations. Through this exhibition, ANEKED wants to educate society, especially the youth to prevent such atrocities in the future (#NeverAgain). The Duty To Remember gives a platform to victims of human rights violations to amplify their story and influence the way they are traditionally portrayed in the media.
ANEKED is taking the project around the world, from Geneva (Switzerland), Dakar (Senegal), Accra (Ghana) to NYC (USA) to raise awareness and share stories unheard.
Led by women African human rights activists, the African Network against Extrajudicial Killings and Enforced Disappearances (ANEKED) is an independent, non-political and non-religious civil society organisation.We campaign against forced disappearances and summary executions, advocating for justice for victims and their families. They place an emphasis on women survivors who, despite leading the struggle for truth (when, why, who, how) and justice, are often overlooked and invisible.
“Activism is contagious. The action of one can inspire many and make change real. Our work ahead is not an easy one but our vision for human rights is that of the Baobab: from a small seed grows a mighty and resilient tree.”
— Nana-Jo Ndow, founder of Aneked
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