Artist Residency

For the first time, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum is launching its first participatory artist residency. This unique program, at the intersection of art and humanitarian action, is designed to support emerging artists. For this inaugural edition, the Museum is hosting Iranian artist Zahrasadat Hakim, winner of the 10th Prix Art Humanité.

Until the end of summer, everyone is invited to join in free access and contribute to the creation of a tapestry. In collaboration with Zahra when she is present, or following her instructions when she is absent, you can add your personal touch to this collective artwork.

Once completed, the work will be shown in the Museum's reception areas, before being integrated into its collections.

About the artist

Zahrasadat Hakim

Zahrasadat Hakim’s work explores memory, displacement, and dreams, shaped by her experience as an Iraqi
migrant born in Iran. Her art navigates themes of belonging, identity, care, and collective healing, drawing from personal and shared histories. Blurring the lines between reality and imagination, Zahrasadat uses performance, sculpture, ceramics, textiles and video to create immersive spaces. Care— both for oneself and others—is central to her practice, as she views creation as a tool for empathy and connection.Inspired by nature’s cycles, she contemplates resilience and mutualism, using organic and salvaged materials to reflect on time, migration, and sustainability. Based in Geneva, she continues to develop her multidisciplinary practice.

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