Bubbling Up

Camaraderie and community can be created from sharing one’s story of discrimination among those with similar experiences. My goal is to provide a platform where they can find their voices and release their stories. Sharing these personal histories can provide a release and unburdening of the pain, fear, and shame. To be seen and heard through telling one’s stories, sometimes for the first time, and witnessing others’ stories, exemplifies the healing and liberating power of this project.

These hand-made bubble-like forms will be displayed in a large free flowing wall installation alongside polaroid pictures of contributors and viewers’ responses written on paper. Participating in or viewing this exhibit can change the way people and families talk about and understand discrimination. Research shows that talking openly about race and social injustice can create lasting positive change on a child’s development and counteract the implicit biases that are adopted when these conversations aren’t had.