Light for the invisible: Festival of Photography against Homelessness in Berlin

Light for the invisible: Festival of Photography against Homelessness in Berlin

As part of this year's Berlin Festival of Lights, which takes place from October 10th to 19th, there is an interesting innovation: For the first time, photographs by homeless people are projected on facades in the city. This initiative, which is supported by the Caritas Association, aims to draw attention to the critical situation of homeless and homeless people in Berlin.

"The photographs approach a social problem of great relevance - the homelessness and the associated exclusion of people," said Ulrike Kostka, director of the Caritas Association for the Archdiocese of Berlin. The pictures should not only represent the reality of the homeless, but also raise awareness of the challenges with which they are confronted.

art as the voice of the invisible

Caritas emphasizes that many people try to remain invisible in the city without a permanent residence. They avoid attracting attention and looking for inconspicuous places to contest their barren everyday life. However, this displacement of visibility has deeper social causes that are often overlooked. The photographs should put exactly this problem in the light and encourage you to think about the fate of those affected.

The implementations of the photographs come from the freelance artist Debora Ruppert, who addresses social grievances worldwide in her work. Her work can not only be seen in Berlin, but also covers topics such as flight, human trafficking, poverty and forced prostitution. The decision to artistically present the topic of homelessness is a conscious step to invite the public to dialogue.

With large -scale illustrations by the homeless, an appealing format is chosen to make people think. These visual impulses are not only aimed at the problems, but also to the people behind them who are often forgotten. By telling their stories by art, Caritas hopes for a deeper connection between society and the people who live in need.

"We strive for the audience to rethink their perspectives and maybe find the courage to talk to those affected," Kostka said. The initiative is not only a nice visual expression, but also a serious appeal to the Berlin population.

For more information about this important project and the artists involved, See the current reporting on www.rbbb24.de .