‘The same struggles as 100 years ago’: exhibition highlights lives of Sami people in Sweden
Summary
An exhibition in Kiruna, northern Sweden, showcases the life and work of Johan Turi, the first Sami author to write in his own language about Sami culture and struggles in the early 1900s. The exhibition coincides with the delivery of a report by the Truth Commission for the Sami People, which details past abuses by the Swedish state and aims to support future reconciliation.Key Facts
- Johan Turi was the first Sami person to write about Sami life in the Sami language, publishing his book in 1910.
- Sami people are the only Indigenous group officially recognized in Europe.
- Turi’s book addresses issues like discrimination, land loss, and industrial impact on Sami life.
- The Kin Museum in Kiruna hosts the exhibition alongside works by contemporary Sami artists Outi Pieski and Johanna Minde.
- A Truth Commission report on abuses against Sami people was recently handed over to the Swedish government.
- The report seeks to support discussions on reparations and reconciliation.
- Today, Sami face similar challenges, including industrial development, anti-Sami attitudes, and climate change affecting their lands.
- The exhibition’s title, "On the Ugly and the Beautiful," reflects Turi’s belief that both positive and negative aspects of life should be acknowledged.
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