To mark the visit of Brazilian activists, we will be screening the documentary 'Arpilleras – Women Affected by Dams Embroidering Resistance'.
The movie tells the story of ten Brazilian women from five different regions affected by dams. Through an embroidery technique that emerged in Chile during the military dictatorship, they stitch their narratives of pain, struggle and overcoming the violations they have suffered in their daily lives. This form of sewing, traditionally considered a domestic task, became a potent means of resistance, denunciation and female empowerment.
Afterwards, we will discuss the impact of gender-based violence and strategies for resistance, with activists of the Movement of People Affected by Dams (MAB).
Cleidiane Vieira, MAB
Sueyla Malcher Bezerra, MAB
Kristina Kroyer, Horizont3000
Amelie Wallnöfer, Master student Climate Change and Societal Transformation
Moderation: Stefanie Lemke, Institute of Development Research, BOKU
The film will be screened in Portuguese with English subtitles.
In cooperation with the Institute for Development Research at BOKU, Horizont3000 and MAB.
