Workshop: Remediating Genocide: The Case of ARDAMATA
An innovative workshop that critically explores the intersection of art, forensic journalism, and filmmaking in Sudan.
The project, Remediating Genocide: The Case of ARDAMATA, seeks to creatively transform visual documentation of mass violence into artworks that challenge perceptions of truth and credibility in war contexts.
The project addresses the atrocities of the Ardamata massacre in Darfur by transforming unseen digital archives and community-sourced material, including videos from perpetrators, survivors, and new footage collected by journalist Sara Creta, into reflective multimedia artworks.
The project culminates in two key phases: the development of artworks and a public exhibition. Participants will receive ongoing mentorship and budgets to refine their artistic projects, drawing on the insights gained during the workshop. The final artworks will then be showcased in a public exhibition and a publication, sparking conversations on the role of art in confronting social issues such as violence, memory, and accountability.
Workshop details
- Dates: February 2025
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Format: a fully funded week-long intense workshop will include collaborative sessions, one-on-one mentorship, and critical discussions, encouraging participants to push the boundaries of visual storytelling and engage deeply with the materials provided.
Application process
The application process is now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied.
About the Project Partners
The project is a collaboration between Sudanese artist Khalid Albaih and the Views of Violence research project at the University of Copenhagen, funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. It aims to foster dialogue on the role of art in confronting social issues such as violence, memory, and accountability. The Danish Institute in Damascus also financially supports the workshop.
Additional Information
While the project has partial funding from the Views of Violence initiative, we are seeking additional support to fully realise this initiative's potential. The selected participants will have their travel and accommodation covered for the workshop, and a modest stipend will be provided to support the development of the final artwork.