Disability in the Arts, Jordan
The research project and exhibition led by Dr Sarah Benson, University of Birmingham Dubai, in collaboration with Dr Mayada Al-Natour, University of Jordan, sought to remove stigma for young people with disabilities in Jordan. Six disabled young people in Jordan were provided with cameras to photograph and document their day-to-day lived experiences. The group’s art was exhibited Exhibition at the Jordan National Gallery of Art in March 2023, titled ‘Through Our Eyes’. Funded by the Disability Under Siege Network, the project promotes inclusive education for children with disabilities in conflict-affected countries. It unites researchers, educators, advocacy organisations, and disability-led groups from the UK and the Middle East. Discover more about the ‘Through Our Eyes’ project
Discover more about the ‘Through Our Eyes’ project