"What does sexual and reproductive freedom mean to you?"
This was the question that started the project. It was asked to young people, women, health professionals and people who are part of minorities such as the LGBTI+ community and people with a migration background. Their answer came in the form of an object that they connect with this freedom.
"Living in Egypt with limited resources, I had to manage a strict schedule, taking multiple pills daily to control the virus. This often led to adherence issues, concerns about drug resistance, and deep stigma whenever I went to get my medication."
Mahmoud Saadawy | Militante égyptienne en matière de santé sexuelle et reproductive et chercheuse sur le VIH, vivant en Belgique
The role of Europa
In her speech at the vernissage, MEP Lucia Yar stressed the importance of the European role in promoting gender equality and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
"The negotiations on the next long term budget will be a key opportunity for us to make a difference on this front."
MEP Lucia Yar | Slovakia
