Exhibition. Queer, Life, Freedom: Archive of Resilience. By Ashkan Shabani

• Permanent Exhibition

Apr. 16 to May 10, 2025

Opening: April 16, 18:00

_ Guided tour

_ Performance by Felix Kindschuh + Public reading from the book Queer, Life, Freedom

Opening hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 14:00 to 18:00.

Visits for groups are possible by appointment at shk.kunstraum@leuphana.de.

"Queer, Life, Freedom" is a deeply personal and politically charged exploration of identity, exile, and survival. Inspired by the artist’s own experiences, the exhibition is divided into three spaces—representing Iran, Turkey, and Germany—each reflecting a different phase of the journey from persecution to survival.

This series reflects the emotional and physical journey of a queer individual forced to flee from Iran to Turkey and eventually to Germany in search of safety and acceptance. Through photos, the project captures the raw vulnerability and quiet strength of navigating displacement and reclaiming identity.

Queer, Life, Freedom is not just a reflection on exile—it is an act of defiance and survival. It challenges the audience to confront the cost of rejection and to imagine a future where acceptance and belonging are universal rights.

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Ashkan Shabani is a multimedia journalist specializing in politics, human rights, and global affairs. His work focuses on political developments and LGBTQ+ rights, particularly in the Middle East, delivering compelling storytelling across multiple platforms. With numerous publications in major news outlets and international awards, he brings a deep investigative approach to his reporting. Currently based in Germany, he continues to cover global issues, blending investigative journalism with visual storytelling to engage diverse audiences.

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Felix Kindschuh is a contemporary artist whose work centers on queer rights, using visual storytelling to explore themes of identity, activism, and social justice. His art challenges societal norms, offering bold and expressive commentary on LGBTQ+ experiences through various mediums, including painting, mixed media, and installations. With a deeply personal yet politically charged approach, his work pushes boundaries, sparks critical conversations, and has been featured in exhibitions internationally.

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* Public program to be announced soon.

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