The restoration of the Mural Against Femicide in Rome's San Lorenzo district emphasizes the community's commitment to addressing violence against women. Created by artists Marina Biagini and Elisa Caracciolo, the mural highlights the grim statistics of women's murders in Italy, with significant numbers reported as victims of femicide since 2012. The mural’s unusual permanence within a graffiti-prone area serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle against patriarchal violence, promoting awareness and challenging societal norms.
"We were looking for a way to represent the incredible number of women who were killed, the number of lives that are broken. When you are in front of the wall, you can see how [big] the problem is."
The mural stands as a remarkable fracture, a screeching optical pause in the mores of street art, signifying community recognition of the severity of violence against women.
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