Exhibition: 'Changemakers'
Artivism for Democracy
How can art challenge the status quo and inspire change? The Changemakers exhibition explores how contemporary artists address key social and political issues in Europe today.
Featuring works from the European Parliament’s Contemporary Art Collection, the exhibition highlights artists who defy restrictions on freedom of thought and expression. Alongside them, young artivists present works created as part of Pop the Vote! Culture on the Ballot, a project managed by Culture Action Europe encouraging youth participation in the 2024 European elections.
Through visual art, performance, literature, and music, Changemakers sparks dialogue on democracy, migration, and human rights. From interactive installations to video performances, the exhibition invites visitors to reflect on the power of art in shaping society.
Guided tours
Every Wednesday, from April to June 2025, guided tours are offered free of charge and without reservation:
- 2.30 pm in French
- 3.30 pm in German
- 4.30 pm in English
There will be no guided tours on April 2, May 7 and June 4, 2025.
Creative voices for social change
Artivism seeks to influence both citizens and politicians on key social and political issues, using social media and urban environments to engage the public.
Through visual, performative, and literary arts, artists address topics like freedom of speech, democracy, and migrant integration in Europe. They critically reflect on reality, offering new perspectives on societal issues.
For teachers
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The following artists and artivists will be part of the exhibition
Selected artists from the EP Art Collection: Emilio Vedova, A.R. Penck, Burhan Doğançay, Pat Andrea, Georg Baselitz, Claus Carstensen, Adolf Frohner, Felix Droese, Jannis Kounellis, Yannis Pshychopedis, Paul Graham, Berit Heggenhougen-Jensen, Paolo Della Bella, Borjana Ventzislavova, Darío Villalba, Tiong Ang, Alex Flett, and Alice Kask.
Featured artivists: Leander Kampf & Sam Alekksandra (Citizens’ Garden Poetry Slam), Bozhana Slavkova, Elena Poljuha, Iliyana Grigorova, Ulysse Vassas, Fjorida Cenaj (Cultterra Team), Sara Banyai, Rosina Lui, Sofía Moreno, Bruno De Almeida, Rachel Rouzaud, Emilio Epstein And Georg Schuchlenz (Posse Studio), Ani Melikidze, Zsofi Kozma (Twofourtwo).