Artist Spotlight: Amara Okoro's Journey Through Visual Storytelling

Amara Okoro has been creating art since she was a child, but it wasn't until she witnessed human rights violations in her community that she began to use her talent as a form of activism.
"Art has the power to communicate what words sometimes cannot," Okoro explains. "When I paint, I'm not just creating something beautiful. I'm telling stories that need to be heard."
Okoro's work often features vibrant colors and symbolic imagery to represent complex social issues. Her latest series, "Voices Unsilenced," portrays individuals who have overcome oppression and found their voice.
This will be Okoro's second time participating in the Human Rights Are Universal Festival. Last year, her installation "Threads of Connection" was one of the most talked-about pieces at the event.
"The festival provides a unique platform for artists like me," she says. "It brings together people from different backgrounds who all share a commitment to human rights. That energy is incredible."
Visitors to this year's festival can see Okoro's new work at the main exhibition hall starting on October 9. She will also lead a workshop on visual storytelling on October 10.