Pop-up exposition 'Nobody Is Free, Until Everybody Is Free' @ Anton de Komplein
This year marks 80 years of freedom since the end of World War II in the Netherlands—a moment to reflect on how precious and yet fragile freedom truly is. While we celebrate liberation, we are confronted with a harsh reality: for millions of people around the world, freedom remains a distant dream. From human rights violations and colonial oppression to conflicts in Congo, Palestine, and Sudan, the fight for justice and equality is far from over. Meanwhile, the rise of far-right movements forces us to critically examine the future of freedom, even within our own society. Freedom is not a given but a shared responsibility.
In 1971, African American activist Fannie Lou Hamer gave us a powerful reminder: "Nobody’s free, until everybody’s free." That message is more urgent today than ever. Freedom is only true freedom when everyone is granted equal rights and opportunities. This idea lies at the heart of our reflection on May 4th.
On May 4th, during the Remembrance of the Dead at Anton de Komplein, the pop-up exhibition "Nobody Is Free, Until Everybody Is Free" opened at Anton de Komplein in Amsterdam Southeast. Discover hidden stories of resistance and solidarity, and question what freedom truly means in a world full of inequality. This exhibition brings together historical struggles and contemporary issues, showing how international solidarity and recognition of our colonial past can deepen our understanding of freedom.
Learn how we can build a future where freedom is not a privilege but a right for everyone—by learning from the past and honestly confronting the present.
When? Sunday 4 May t/m Saturday 24 May
Waar? Anton de Komplein
Entree? Free
The initiative for this exhibition originated from The Black Archives. The commemoration at the Anton de Komplein is an initiative of Nusantara-Amsterdam, Vereniging Ons Suriname, The Black Archives, Opo Kondreman, Speak Up World, Zwart onder Oranje, Network Palestine, and with support from the municipality of Amsterdam.
In 1971, African American activist Fannie Lou Hamer gave us a powerful reminder: "Nobody’s free, until everybody’s free." That message is more urgent today than ever. Freedom is only true freedom when everyone is granted equal rights and opportunities. This idea lies at the heart of our reflection on May 4th.
On May 4th, during the Remembrance of the Dead at Anton de Komplein, the pop-up exhibition "Nobody Is Free, Until Everybody Is Free" opened at Anton de Komplein in Amsterdam Southeast. Discover hidden stories of resistance and solidarity, and question what freedom truly means in a world full of inequality. This exhibition brings together historical struggles and contemporary issues, showing how international solidarity and recognition of our colonial past can deepen our understanding of freedom.
Learn how we can build a future where freedom is not a privilege but a right for everyone—by learning from the past and honestly confronting the present.
When? Sunday 4 May t/m Saturday 24 May
Waar? Anton de Komplein
Entree? Free
The initiative for this exhibition originated from The Black Archives. The commemoration at the Anton de Komplein is an initiative of Nusantara-Amsterdam, Vereniging Ons Suriname, The Black Archives, Opo Kondreman, Speak Up World, Zwart onder Oranje, Network Palestine, and with support from the municipality of Amsterdam.