Expressing Freedom Through Art

20 August 2024
youth camp

On the final day of the "Seeding the Peace" youth camp in The Hague, an inspiring art workshop titled "Express Your Freedom" was conducted by Carola Goodwin from the Amsterdam Women’s Group CC.

URI Youth Camp Carola workshop 1

The workshop began with participants familiarizing themselves with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights through a booklet.

Each young participant then had the opportunity to express their personal interpretation of freedom through art. The session concluded with an improvised exhibition showcasing their creative expressions, reflecting diverse understandings of freedom and human rights.

URI Youth Camp Carola workshop 3

 

URI Youth Camp Carola workshop 4

Art plays a crucial role in exploring and expressing complex concepts like human rights and freedom. It serves as a universal language, allowing individuals to convey their interpretations and emotions in a way that transcends words. In the context of the "Express Your Freedom" workshop, art provided the young participants a powerful medium to internalize and articulate their understanding of freedom, fostering a deeper connection to the principles of human rights. This creative expression not only enriches their personal growth but also enhances collective awareness and advocacy for these universal values.