Following the screening, a photo exhibition titled “Investing in Women: Accelerating Progress” paid tribute to the resilience, survival and strength of Bangladeshi women. Curated by artist and feminist activist Monan Muntka, the exhibition will be open for public viewing till March 23, 2024.
“The film shows the situation that women and girls are living in in different countries. It shows shocking and often shocking statistics, even though we know that huge power imbalances exist in the world. But the film also shows the strength, like these amazing photographs being shown in this exhibition – of the strength of women to change their situation and of men and boys to improve their situation, said Maria Stridsman, Deputy Head and Head of Mission. Role. Development Cooperation, Embassy of Sweden.
The event was attended by approximately 50 participants including development partners, civil society representatives, feminists and human rights activists.