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🌿 Floresta adentro ("Into the Forest"): An Inclusive Art Exhibition That Breaks Barriers 👩🏻‍🎨 Artist | Sitah 📅 Dates | 02-22.09.2024 🏛️ Venue | Museu da Imagem e do Som (MIS), São Paulo At first glance, an art exhibition for the visually impaired—with "touchable texture panels"—might sound unusual. But this project reveals Brazil’s surprising side: beneath the laid-back vibe lies a deep commitment to inclusion. Here’s why "Floresta adentro" is more than just an art show. 🌟 The Exhibition: Art as a Bridge to Connection Collaborative Creation Famous photographer Sitah teamed up with the Olga Kos Institute for Inclusion to lead workshops for 320 disabled and vulnerable participants from São Paulo. Over 5 months, they explored photography, culture, and the Amazon’s female universe. What’s on Display 10 works by Sitah, capturing Amazonian indigenous life and nature. 27 pieces by workshop participants, inspired by Sitah’s vision. Inclusive Design Touchable panels let blind visitors "feel" the images, while visual guides and sign language interpreters support deaf visitors. No, it’s not "extra"—it’s radical empathy. ⛪ About the Olga Kos Institute for Inclusion Founded in 2007, this nonprofit has served over 37,000 people through art, sports, and science programs. Status: Oscip (Public Interest Civil Society Organization), recognized by Brazil’s Ministry of Justice. Mission: To create spaces for children, youth, elders, and disabled individuals to share experiences and foster inclusion. 👩🏻‍🎨 Artist Spotlight: Sitah’s Vision for the Amazon A visual artist from São Paulo, Sitah has spent 15+ years documenting the Amazon, focusing on indigenous women’s lives and rituals. Her work blends visual anthropology (she studied at Barcelona University) with activism, advocating for reconnection with nature. Since 2018, she’s been part of the Xingu Indigenous Women’s Movement, supporting their political and cultural initiatives. 💡 Why This Exhibition Matters Beyond Representation It’s not just about including disabled people; it’s about redefining art as a sensory experience for all. Cultural Empowerment The project celebrates Amazonian culture, from ancient wisdom to contemporary indigenous women’s leadership. Brazil’s Hidden Depth Amidst stereotypes of "laid-back Brazil," this shows a commitment to social good that’ll make you rethink the country. 📍 Practical Info for Visitors Address: MIS, Av. Paulista, 1578, São Paulo (near Avenida Paulista metro) Accessibility: Wheelchair ramps, tactile maps, and guided tours with sign language available. Call ahead to arrange! Cost: Free entry (donations to Olga Kos Institute appreciated) #ExhibitionHighlights #InclusiveArt #BrazilianCulture #AmazonianHeritage