“My painting is about a sex slave, a woman being captive and is about to enter a club where she was sold off to. Her mouth and ears are covered with cloth, which represents the unfairness and unjust feeling she feels. Her neck being tied represents manipulation and ownership of selfish men. Finally, the unique flower on top of her head represents faith. She still has faith and freedom and through the pain she endures. Even with all the painful scars, she believed that she will eventually be free. I chose this idea because I feel like women should be free from this painful cycle. Men and women may be different but they are both equal. Women should not be considered burdens to society because we are the same. They deserve more credit.”
In August 2022, Agam Agenda joined the nonprofit organization Jo-jikum for their Climate Change and Health Arts summer camp. The youth of the Marshall Islands gathered together to explore the interconnections of natural habitats, climate change impacts, and community health through the arts. Jo-jikum (which means your home in Marshallese) is led by Kathy Jetn̄il-Kijiner, cultural ambassador of the Climate Vulnerable Forum and Marshallese poet. Read more.
Where will the coast be?
