Photographs
The photos presented here were selected by project participants to reflect key aspects of their heritage in four key themes:
The photos shown here were showcased at exhibitions in Esmeraldas and Quito, Ecuador and Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
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Spirituality
Spirituality emerged as a key theme of Afro-Ecuadorian women's heritage throughout the RECLAMA. Here we share a selection of photos taken by project participants, reflecting on this topic.
Aesthetics
Aesthetics was another a key theme of highlighted by participants of the RECLAMA project as a key aspect of their heritage. These photos, taken by project participants, reflecting on aesthetics in clothes and braiding.
Gastronomy
Food, recipes and gastronomy also emerged throughout the project as a key theme. Here we share a selection of photos taken by project participants, reflecting on the connections between food, heritage and memory.
The process of RECLAMA
Finally, participants used photographs to showcase and reflect on the process of the RECLAMA project. These photos depict activities undertaken during the first two workshops of the projects, with peer researchers and interviewees.
