Artwork about domestic abuse by about 100 people, including serving female prisoners, will be going on show at the Highcross shopping centre next week. The exhibition, called Expression of Freedom, is designed to raise awareness of domestic abuse and the experiences of survivors.
The free exhibition will be near Vision Express in the Leicester shopping centre from Monday, November 25, until Tuesday, December 10. It has been organised by Leicestershire County Council’s Family Help Service, working with the organisation Living Without Abuse (LWA).
Sarah Humphreys, a feminist quilt maker and prison arts and crafts instructor, contributed the Red Flags Project exhibit to Expression of Freedom. She said: “The Red Flags Project seeks to raise awareness and promote conversation about coercive control.
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“This art piece was created by women in my craft class at HMP New Hall, many of whom have witnessed abuse or been abused, meaning that they may struggle to recognise unhealthy behaviour in an intimate relationship.
“They created ‘Red Flags’ and local quilters, artists and makers helped to make the project complete. We’re so proud to be part of this important exhibition.”
Councillor Deborah Taylor, Leicestershire County Council’s cabinet member for safer communities, said: “This is exhibition is emotive and thought-provoking and is well worth a visit.
“It showcases the deep impact of domestic abuse but also tells a story of hope and recovery, giving those who have taken part a creative voice and a channel to help the healing process.
“It is a difficult subject but by educating ourselves, in this instance through the lens of art, we can be aware, support others and be empowered to seek help if needs be.”
If you live in Leicester, Leicestershire or Rutland and are experiencing domestic abuse, you can call 0808 80 200 28.
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