Expo 2020 Dubai: Life-sized bowling pin dolls raise human trafficking awareness

An interactive artwork of life-sized bowling pins, bearing images of women who are survivors of human trafficking, was launched at Expo 2020 Dubai’s Oasis Hub in the Jubilee Zone.

The launch was hosted by the Abu Dhabi Center for Sheltering and Humanitarian Care – Ewaa, which is affiliated with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Community Development (DCD).

The artwork, called ‘Bowling Pins’, features audio commentary and words that narrate the victims’ feelings as well as their strength and perseverance. The women speak about life after surviving their ordeal and how the centre has supported them.

The bowling pins are a metaphor for the women’s experiences, depicting how they were knocked down but picked themselves up with the help of the centre and its advocates.

Artist Jennifer Simon worked with 20 human trafficking survivors, both women and children, for more than two years to plan, decorate and embroider the pins.

Lebanese artist, Dana Jouni, donated the design of the transparent external structure that protects the skittles.

To tour the artwork, head over to the Oasis Hub next to Al Wasl Plaza. And while you're at it, keep an eye out for Expo's very own art trail along the way. Read more: https://gulfnews.com/expo-2020/visit-the-expo/expo-2020-dubais-public-art-trail-how-many-did-you-spot-1.1637749723314