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"Writing became my safe space and my way to process grief." — Wizawane Mtonga ✍🏾

For young Zambian writer Wizawane Mtonga, writing became more than a creative outlet, it became a way to heal, reflect, and find strength after loss.

In her interview with Geraldine Sinyuy for the IHRAM African Secretariat, Wizawane shares how storytelling helped her navigate grief and discover the power of her own voice. Her journey is a reminder that words can inspire resilience, foster connection, and spark meaningful change.

📖 Read the full interview through the link: https://humanrightsartmovement.org/african-secretariat/writing-became-my-safe-space-and-my-way-to-process-griefnbsp-wizawane-mtonga-a-young-zambian-budding-writer-tells-geraldine-sinyuy-during-an-interview

A powerful review by Gintoki highlights why Domestic Violence Narratives: Women in India, Vol. 1 is an essential read.

Through ten compelling stories and poems, this collection sheds light on the realities of domestic abuse, resilience, and survival, reminding us that every survivor's story deserves to be heard.

As Gintoki writes, this is "a must-read for everyone" a book that inspires empathy, awareness, and action.

📖 Get your copy through the link: https://humanrightsartmovement.org/store/p/domestic-violence-narratives-women-india-vol-1

What is the responsibility of an artist during times of injustice?

Should art simply reflect the world, or should it challenge it?

For generations, artists have used creativity to expose inequality, defend human dignity, and amplify voices that too often go unheard.

We'd love to hear your perspective. How has art shaped the way you understand human rights?

Join the conversation in the comments.

When content moderation silences art, what happens to artistic freedom?

Artist and activist Emma Shapiro () is challenging Meta after the permanent removal of her Instagram account, , which documented her long-running project Exposure Therapy. The project explored gender-based discrimination, the censorship of female-presenting bodies, and the impact of online platforms on artistic expression.

On June 17, 2026, .garde.lawyers filed a complaint on Emma's behalf under the EU Digital Services Act (DSA), arguing that Meta's moderation decision was opaque, disproportionate, and harmful to artistic freedom.
As more artists rely on digital platforms to share their work, questions about transparency, accountability, and freedom of expression have never been more important.

Swipe to learn more about the case and why it matters for artists everywhere.

📸 Images in this carousel were taken from the video All the Art We Cannot See: Regulation and Censorship Online.



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