Femicide exhibition in Achim: 85,000 reasons to act!

Femicide exhibition in Achim: 85,000 reasons to act!

An impressive exhibition in the Achim district court is intended to draw attention to an urgent problem: femicide. Under the title “Femicide in Art Dialogue”, a large number of creative works can now be seen that reflect difficult everyday life in Germany. District newspaper reports that this event is intended to raise public awareness of the shocking figures. A woman is murdered every two seconds worldwide, which illustrates the scale of the problem.

In the crowded courtroom, where legal decisions are usually made, the shocking 85,000 femicides are reported worldwide every year. Every work of art, whether red-sewn shoes by Ulla Hartmann-Eggers or the anatomical hearts by Svenja S. Wetzenstein, speaks a clear language against this violence. The exhibition can be viewed until Christmas, and the director of the district court, Nikolai Sauer, will receive a thank you for his support.

A look behind the numbers

The action takes place in the context of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, an issue of importance not only locally but also internationally. The Federal Agency for Civic Education notes that femicide often results from hierarchical gender relations. What is particularly striking is that, according to the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), 132 women were murdered by their (ex-)partners in Germany in 2024 - a dark picture that often remains hidden. Statistics show that 51,000 of femicides (60%) are committed in a family or partner context.

Not to be forgotten is the rise in misogynistic acts. According to the “Federal Situation Report 2024”, there was a significant increase compared to the previous year. Femicide is increasingly perceived as a structural and societal problem that requires deeper insights into politics, media reporting and legal prosecutions.

Activities and offers of help on site

But the art dialogue is not just limited to the exhibits. The “Stop Violence Against Women” campaign was launched by the committed Sybille Boysen and Gitta Hahn and includes numerous network partners. Supportive organizations such as the White Ring offer assistance in legal proceedings, while Pro Proof uses its platform to empower women to secure evidence of violence before legal action is taken.

There are also a number of events that draw attention to the problem. The city library offers books relevant to the topic and is hosting “Roses against Violence” on Thursday at 3 p.m. In addition, a self-assertion course for women and girls will take place on December 9th, which is intended to not only offer empowerment, but also security in one's own skin.

The patronage of Federal Minister for Women Lisa Paus gives hope. Your increased protection for women and the Violence Assistance Act, which is soon to be passed in the Bundestag, show the political will to draw attention to the increasing violence against women and to guarantee support. daily news reports that this may be just the beginning of a sweeping change.

The exhibition in the Achim District Court is not just art, it is a rousing sign and an invitation to deal with the frightening realities of femicide in our society. A topic that concerns everyone!