Fareed Armaly rejects Käthe Kollwitz Prize from the Berlin Academy of Arts, protesting Germany’s censorship, racism, and suppression of Palestinian voices.
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Bangladesh: The government reaffirms commitment to free expression, dismissing claims of pre-publication book censorshi
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The publication of this special issue of Regards not only highlights the resilience and creativity of Syrian artists but also contributes to the broader discourse on the role of art in times of crisis. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, artists, and anyone interested in understanding the intersection of art, politics, and social change in the Syrian context.
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Protests over inequality persist in Chile, with artists involved, despite government crackdowns and ongoing unrest in 2025
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The Georgian government has been accused of detaining, assaulting, and fabricating charges against prominent cultural figures in a bid to silence dissent and consolidate authoritarian control.
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Recognizing champions of human rights and democracy—submit your nomination by 1 February 2025.
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Abdullah Alkafri, head of the Syrian cultural organization Ettijahat
Abdullah Alkafri calls for cultural and artistic sectors in Syria to actively contribute to political and social transformation by building institutions capable of supporting change. Alkafri urges participation in the constitutional reform process to influence legal frameworks regarding cultural associations, unions, and education systems, ensuring they function independently from state control.
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Iranian singer Amir Tataloo's death sentence sparks global outcry over blasphemy and freedom of expression
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Submit your nomination for Index on Censorship's 2025 Freedom of Expression Awards by March 7, 2025.
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Mozambique artists rally for peace, urging dialogue to end violence after disputed 2024 elections.
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Art museums lack policies, leaving them vulnerable to rising censorship threats and external pressures, according to a new report made by PEN America, the Association of Art Museum Directors, and Artists at Risk Connection.
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Once banned in Syria, Stars in Broad Daylight resurfaces as a symbol of artistic resilience
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UC Berkeley's "A Counter-Imaginary in Authoritarian Times" project is a significant initiative aimed at confronting artistic and academic censorship. The $2.6 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation will fund this multi-year, interdisciplinary effort to address the complex challenges posed by modern forms of authoritarianism and censorship.
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Artists played a crucial role in Dhaka's fight for freedom during the recent student-led revolution in Bangladesh. The creative community utilized various art forms to express dissent, inspire change, and document the struggle against oppression.
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For første gang hedrer Raftoprisen en kunstner. Budskapet er at kunst kan være et viktig verktøy i kampen mot autoritære regimer. Anerkjennelsen av Otero Alcántaras arbeid minner oss om at kunstneriske rettigheter er menneskerettigheter – og de må beskyttes
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We are happy to announce that the Rafto Prize 2024 has been awarded to Cuban artist and activist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, in recognition of his courageous resistance to authoritarianism through art. Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara is the first Rafto Prize laureate whose activism is rooted in artistic expression. His work stands as a profound example of how art can be a vital tool in the fight for artistic rights and freedom of expression, making this year’s award especially meaningful within the arts sector.
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2023 was marked by severe conflicts, such as those in Sudan and Gaza, alongside political tensions fueled by extremism and threats. It was a perilous year for anyone voicing opinions on war, politics, challenging tradition, or critiquing the powerful—artists were no exception.
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Ettijahat is excited to announce two new support programs designed to empower Arab artists and art collectives residing in Europe: the Rawabet Programme and the Zad: Miles for Connection Programme. Both initiatives aim to enhance the presence and mobility of Arab artists within the European cultural scene.
