BO Diversity is building a society in which gender equality is the norm. They focus on gender emancipation, sexuality & intimacy, and sexism, exploring the links between these areas and challenging entrenched norms. Eight years ago, they started on a picnic bench at BUas here in Breda; now, they are active all over the country.

This exhibition invited the audience to look beyond the norm. Norms are not necessarily bad but can also be limiting. In addition to various works by BO Diversity, the exhibition also featured the new book from COC Breda-Tilburg 'Vijf eeuwen queer Breda' and images from the accompanying exhibition by creator Nielo Schurs. Besides celebrating during Pride, we have also learned something together. 

Student life often appears to be a carefree time, but the reality is much more complex for many. In Breda, students also face a shortage of affordable rooms and financial problems that make the future uncertain. The pressure to perform is high, mental health is under strain, and loneliness is a growing issue.

Not everyone feels seen or welcomed in the city: vocational students and others experiencing educational inequality still struggle to find their place. The idea for this exhibition originated with Raimke Groothuizen, a lecturer at Avans University of Applied Sciences. In collaboration with Verbeter Breda, Urban Living Lab Breda, Curio, De Rooi Pannen, Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas), and Avans University of Applied Sciences, this initiative was further developed. During conversations with students, a variety of stories emerged. These stories form the core of (Well)being a student, an exhibition that shows what it truly means to be a student in a time full of expectations and uncertainties.

BredaPhoto shared their story during this period at the large-scale photography festival. Through this year's theme, 'Journeys', you explored BredaPhoto over the years. You also scored some cool merchandise during this period, all locally and sustainably produced. Some products are still available for purchase in the store! 

The exhibition 'Through the Eyes of...' was the first exhibition on display at the Explore Breda Store. As the saying goes, walls sometimes have ears. But what would the more than 150 Blind Walls in Breda see if they had eyes? Do they see the smile of a passing stranger, the familiar face of the neighbour upstairs, or the curious glances of children from the neighbourhood? The murals can't tell the story themselves, but the residents can. We asked various residents of Breda about the stories behind 'their' mural. In several videos, it was shared what the murals of Blind Walls Gallery mean for the city of Breda and its residents. Missed the exhibition but curious about the stories? Then click on the button below.