Just a Moment: Experience Dementia and Volunteering Photographically in Jena
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Two Exhibitions, a Human Perspective on Community
The Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena will showcase the double exhibition Just a Moment - Confronting Dementia and Volunteering from September 22 to October 24, 2026. In collaboration with the association Tausend Taten e.V., the presentation connects photographic insights into the daily lives of people with dementia and their relatives with portraits of volunteer engagement in Jena.
Black-and-White Photography as an Invitation to Observe
Aesthetically designed black-and-white photo panels direct attention to everyday situations, encounters, and quiet moments. The reduced imagery creates space for concentrated observation: faces, gestures, and interpersonal closeness emerge, while the monochrome photography gives the subjects a timeless, reflective atmosphere.
Confronting Dementia: Daily Life, Closeness, and Perception
The exhibition deals with the lives of people affected by dementia and their relatives. It makes visible how important attention, patience, and respectful encounters are in everyday life. The artistic experience does not lead through distance but through empathy: a smile, a shared moment, and a familiar gesture take on special significance as photographic motifs.
Volunteering Builds Bridges
The second part is dedicated to volunteering in the association Tausend Taten e.V. Committed mentors create bridges to daily life and show how voluntary engagement strengthens social participation. The exhibition understands volunteering as lived cultural education and as a concrete form of human connection in the urban community.
A Place for Aesthetic Experience and Conversation
In the Ernst-Abbe-Library, the exhibition unfolds its impact amidst books, encounters, and public life. The exhibition atmosphere invites visitors to take their time, break down prejudices, and let the experiences presented resonate. The interplay of photography, biography, and social engagement opens a sensitive approach to a socially important topic.
Conclusion: This Exhibition Deserves Attention
Visitors can expect a touching, clearly designed presentation about dementia, relatives, volunteer engagement, and the power of human closeness. Admission is free. A visit enriches the aesthetic experience as well as personal engagement with social responsibility and lived community.
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