Broken Silence: Women’s Voices, Autonomy, and Well-being 

Open Tues-Sun (10am-5pm).

Broken Silence is a multidisciplinary exhibition that brings together art, activism, and academic reflection to explore women’s bodies, voices, and choices. The exhibition, running from 7–12 July 2025 at Summerhall, Edinburgh,  invites audiences to engage with themes of autonomy, safety, and freedom of expression through a diverse array of creative contributions.

Funded by the University of Edinburgh’s Student Experience Grant, Broken Silence features a curated collection of visual artworks, multimedia installations, community workshops, and academic discussions. It centers the lived experiences and creative expressions of women, particularly from East and Southeast Asian backgrounds, while remaining inclusive of voices from all walks of life who grapple with intersecting forms of oppression and resistance.

This exhibition seeks to create space for honest dialogue around gender, identity, and empowerment, highlighting both personal narratives and collective struggles. Through powerful visual storytelling and participatory events, Broken Silence aims to challenge silencing mechanisms, whether institutional, cultural, or internal, and celebrate the courage it takes to speak, create, and connect.

Join us in amplifying voices too often unheard. Let’s break the silence together.