As part of this year’s 4 Corners Festival – A Culture of Hope, a thought-provoking exhibition will take place in Belfast city center and will run until February 10th at Artcetera Studios on Rosemary Street.
This exhibition, organized by Westcote Center in collaboration with Westcote Camera Club and a number of local community groups, explores the stories of those who came to make Belfast their home and, through this medium, explores the stories of those who came to make Belfast their home. Reflecting hopes, joys, and challenges. of the photo.
Cormac McCart, director of the Westcote Center, said of the exhibition: “‘Culture of Hope’ is a photographic exhibition that captures the stories and experiences of people from diverse communities within Belfast.
“This exhibition has been produced by Westcote Center and Westcote Camera Club in collaboration with a number of local organizations and services that support ethnic minorities and people who come to Belfast from other countries.
“People can expect to see images and stories that reflect the journeys of the many cultures and communities currently living in our city.
“The exhibition shares stories of trauma, suffering, resilience, connection, solidarity and ultimately hope for the future.
“We hope that people will gain a better understanding of some of the reasons for displacement in order to challenge negative stereotypes and promote tolerance in our society. We want people to see the humanity in diversity and the commonality across communities.”
Now in its 12th year, the 4 Corners Festival was conceived as a way to inspire people across the city to transform their city for peace and well-being for all.
The festival features a variety of music, discussion, sports, and faith-inspired events and will be held from February 1st to 11th at venues in four corners of the city.
4 Corners Festival committee member Ed Petersen said the exhibition will be an emotional experience for attendees.
He added: “The images in this exhibition are both thought-provoking and moving, allowing people to experience the stories of the people who made Belfast their home through the lens of a camera.”
This year’s theme, “OUR STORIES…Toward a Culture of Hope,” is about showcasing the stories of our city and its people that reflect the essence of belonging and unity in our city’s diverse communities.
The upcoming festival’s series of events is designed to take people from the “corners” of the city to new places, where they will encounter new perspectives, new ideas and, if possible, meet new friends.
“There is a correlation between the stories we tell and the culture we live in. Stories can highlight commonalities, deepen understanding, and create connections. It has the power to make a positive impact and promote hope for the future,” Megan said. Boyd, 4 Corners Festival Administrator.
The Four Corners Festival is supported by the Secretariat’s Central Friendship Fund, the Foreign Office Settlement Fund and the Belfast City Council Friendship Fund.
All festival events are free and most are open to the public, but advance ticket reservations are mandatory. Select events will be streamed online on 4 Corners Festival’s official YouTube and Facebook accounts.
For more information about the festival and updates on the program, please visit: 4cornersfestival.com