Stories of deported migrants and internally displaced persons at the center of the exhibition Unknown Address
The exhibition 'Unknown Address' will showcase the experiences of deported migrants from the U.S., internally displaced Ecuadorians due to violence, and Venezuelan migrants escaping a repressive government starting February 12 at the Nahim Isaías Museum.
The upcoming exhibition 'Unknown Address' aims to shed light on the poignant experiences of migrants deported from the United States, Ecuadorians displaced internally by escalating violence, and Venezuelans fleeing oppressive government conditions. This event will take place starting February 12 at the Nahim Isaías Museum, and will feature the personal narratives of those who have endured these hardships. Through these stories, the exhibition seeks to highlight the emotional and social ramifications of such migrations, including the severe disruption of family ties and the profound impact on individuals’ connections to their home countries.
Organized with the involvement of students and professors from Casa Grande University, the exhibition emphasizes that migration is not merely a statistical phenomenon but a deeply human experience that can fracture families and alter lives irrevocably. The focus on personal narratives will allow visitors to engage with the human side of these issues, encouraging empathy and understanding of the migrants' struggles. These accounts not only reflect the challenges faced during migration but also underline the complex realities that compel individuals to leave their homes.
The exhibition will run from February 12 to February 21, featuring a performative presentation on the opening day at 5:30 PM. This initiative comes at a critical time when the effects of migration are felt acutely in Ecuador as well as in the wider region, highlighting the increasing need for discourse around the themes of displacement, deportation, and the ongoing consequences of violence on vulnerable populations.