Women have been granted equal rights since the formation of the Republic of Armenia in 1991. But the reality looks different with up to 60% of women suffering from domestic violence, according to the World Health Organization. But the exact number is hard to tell as a lot of cases go unreported. To document these abuses and to support each other, three women who were working as photographers formed the collective/organization 4plus. One of them is Nazik Armenakyan and I had the chance to do a brief interview with her, which I would like to share with you.
4plus wants to „empower women through photography“. What is the situation of women in Armenia that they need to be empowered? How did you get the idea to start 4Plus?
Our collective/organisation was founded by Anahit Hayrapetyan, Anush Babajanyan and Nazik Armenakyan in Summer 2012, after realizing that we shared the same concerns and difficulties our careers as women photographers in Armenia. Many of our friends were feeling the same, so we decided to join our powers in finding ways to support each other.
Empowering not only women photographers, and women in general, but all those whose rights are being violated, by bringing their issues to light, has been the core of our activity.
Why did you choose photography as a tool?
Because we all are photographers.
What activities do you do?
We have organised group an solo exhibitions, workshops for beginners and activists, photo editing and multimedia workshops for professional photographers, open lectures and discussions.
What themes do you cover in your photos?
Each one of us has been committed to documenting social issues, violations of human rights and visualising cultural particularities for many years.
What constitutes a good photograph for you?
The photograph that brings change, that raises awareness, that educates and informed people.
To see the photographic works of 4plus and learn about their activities, please visit their website. You can also find them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Blink.
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40 responses to “Empowering Women Through Photography – Q&A with 4plus”
And any unknown cases are discovered too late, ah if a divine force could strike the bad people, we would not be here. But I dream we all know that the wicked are rarely punished … !!!
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Yes, it is a shame that these cases are sometimes discovered when it’s too late.
Have you also read the New York Times article I linked to? That reports on a case like that.
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Sorry I missed … !!!
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No problem. But you can still click the link. Also, visiting the 4plus site is really worth it for seeing their pictures.
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empowering photography
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That as well.
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Wonderful post! Thanks for shining a light on this topic.
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Thank you as well, Jackie.
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Commendable effort, congratulations!
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I think you too.
And thank you again for reblogging the interview.
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Reblogged this on vequinox.
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Thanks for reblogging.
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Commendable effort. I hope the 40% with peaceable husbands also take part – to show the way out of abuse cycles.
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Thank you, Kim.
Yes, I also hope that the society will change in this respect. And I like the way 4plus tries to fight for women’s right though photography.
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Very interesting post
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Thank you.
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Excellent post and cause, Rabirius.
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Thank you very much, Jane.
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Congratulations and thanks for sharing this Rabirius.
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Thank you as well.
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Really interesting post!
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Thank you, Peter.
I really liked the collective and therefore I was glad that they agreed to do the interview.
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A great interview and insight into 4plus, great cause with great photography.
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Thank you, Dalo.
When I heard of them I instantly liked the idea of their project and therefore asked them for an interview.
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Photography is a very useful tool in bring truths to light.
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Yes, it definitely is. Thank you, Lance.
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You’re welcome, rabirius.
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providing spaces and places for women to photograph matters…i’ve seen the results of camera works with children, youth, women and men…it works…a camera can be the best pencil for many of us…all ways to build healthy and happy communities…wonderful Rabirius 😀
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Yes, it can. Thanks, a lot.
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Seeing six daring women leans on the wall. all the women should do, trust on a wall not a man
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Nice Post ..
i Like Your Post Somuch ..
Thankyou For Share It ❤ 🙂
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Thanks a lot for your comment.
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Reblogged this on Blogger By Belief and commented:
Empowering Women Through Photography
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Thanks for sharing my interview with 4plus.
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You are welcome.
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I would like to post this on my blog, iammagazine.me, which celebrates the beauty and power of all women. We want to showcase the plight of women all over the world.
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Surely, you can reblog it.
Thanks a lot, Jennifer.
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This is a fantastic post. Where else can I find your writing?
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Thank you, Brandon.
Well, I have something written here from time to time…
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