Charity art sale held in Iðnó today, with proceeds supporting displaced children.
Saturday Fundraiser: Art Auction Supporting Refugee Kids
Satisfy your art cravings and make a difference on December 17th, 2-4pm, at the Iðnó art auction. Join Forces with Rights for Refugee Children, a group dedicated to safeguarding children's rights, as you delve into a kaleidoscope of artworks, including pieces from revered artists like Guðjón Ketilsson, Marit Trönqvist, and A-list musicians Ásgeir Trausti and Sigríður Thorlacius.
This event isn't just about procuring impressive artwork, it's about rallying around refugee children – Empower them through investment and empathy. Here's the scoop on Rights for Refugee Children, and why they're not content with kids being merely considered traveling bags:
The issue of children's rightsEsther Þorvaldsdóttir, a founder of Rights for Refugee Children, strives to keep the Convention on the Rights of the Child at the forefront of state institutions. Despite Iceland's ratification of the treaty, violations persist – and Esther's organization aims to rectify that.
More than legal assistanceRights for Refugee Children doesn't just offer legal aid; they also delve into precedent-setting cases where children's rights have been flagrantly violated. Their ultimate aim is to educate the public while helping children steer clear of bureaucratic quagmires and stress-inducing limbo.
While we can't delve into the details of the artists participating in the auction, know that you're supporting a valuable cause – children's rights – and more than that, you're helping to foster a sense of community solidarity, paving the way for a brighter future for refugee children. So, grab your wallet and your nearest art buff, and let's make a meaningful impact, one artwork at a time!
- The art auction on December 17th, where you can view artworks from renowned artists like Guðjón Ketilsson and Marit Trönqvist, is a unique opportunity to support refugee children through Rights for Refugee Children.
- Esther Þorvaldsdóttir, a founder of Rights for Refugee Children, works to ensure the Convention on the Rights of the Child is upheld in state institutions, addressing persistent violations of children's rights in Iceland.
- Rights for Refugee Children extends beyond legal assistance, focusing on significant cases where children's rights have been blatantly disregarded, and advocating for public education to help children navigate complex bureaucratic systems and avoid stressful limbo situations.
- By participating in the art auction, you're not only investing in captivating artworks, but also contributing to a brighter future for refugee children and the broader initiative to foster a caring and supportive community.
