As part of the Generation Equality campaign, seven distinguished local artists – from Albania, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, North Macedonia, Turkey, and the curator of the initiative from the United States of America – are starting a conversation on gender equality through mural art in Europe and Central Asia.
A mural is a painting on the wall in a public space that has the unique power to reach broad audiences and engage citizens in dialogue on social issues that are vital to the city or community. From ancient times until now, vibrant murals promote new urban narratives and social change through art.
Mural Breaking rules for an equal future, tells a story about individuals who break social clichés by living their life without gender biases in their career choices, lifestyles, and care work.
“The blonde girl who is perceived as not smart because of the color of her hair is a businesswoman. A boy is a florist. An old lady on a bike manifests that it is okay to be active even if the age expectations of society are different. A boy who adores his dog says that it is not a shame to love animals. A woman architect in a wheelchair challenges the barriers imposed by male-dominated professions. A man who goes to the grocery store by himself and buys products shows that it is okay for the man to carry out household duties.”
The intergenerational team of artists who worked on the mural are Tina Chertova, Hanga Modzmanashvili-Kemecse and Rusa Tavartkiladze.
The mural is located in Rustavi, Georgia.
