Girls not brides, makes cultural traditions clash with modern views, which is presented by artistic handcraft. The arts are important expressions of the human existence. It contributes to the development of identity and community – and thus to a reflection on society. Art and culture is therefore an answer to the challenges of a diverse society. This series of events is intended to explain and encourage better understanding and rethinking. It is important to acknowledge that children must be supported and encouraged in order to develop self-confidence, ambition and assertiveness. This enables them to recognise and reject injustices, even if they are still culturally entrenched. We are committed to empowering all young people to educate themselves and develop their potential. This Swiss/Albanian cooperation enables a series of events that addresses a world problem through touching art, because Girls are not brides.
paintings by Aida Sinani 
painting “girls not brides” 
poetry by Nurie Emrullai 
installation “TABU” by Conny Wagner 
installation “TABU” by Conny Wagner 
live music by Lirona Sadriu 
Lirona Sadriu 
Vernissage “girls not brides” 
video of an Albanian wedding in the 90s 
negative comments on the women’s voting rights in Switzerland in the 90s 
installation “in between two chairs” by Brezi Ynë 
live concert by “ANDRRA” 
live concert by “ANDRRA” 
live concert by “ANDRRA” 
live concert by “ANDRRA” 
live concert by “ANDRRA” 
live concert by “ANDRRA” 
Fatime Kosumi 
after party with ODA 
Oda Haliti
location
Photobastei 2.0, Sihlquai 125, 8005 Zürich
artists
Andrra, Oda, Aida Sinani, Nurie Emrullai, Lirona Sadriu, Conny Wagner
partners
Digitalb, Clique, Albinfo, Duyaka
financial support
Stiftung Anne-Marie Schindler, Fam. Haug
video
Besmir Limani, Yll Coku