I was born a girl

The 'I was born a girl'- project was created by Minna Pietarinen and Peppi Stünkel, to raise awareness about women’s rights and gender equality globally. The exhibition presents Pietarinen's peer-supporting art and poetry, introducing inspiring, glass-ceiling-shattering and world-changing women which they have chosen from diverse cultures, representing different human rights. Each painting is accompanied by an emotive poem about this specific right. The exhibition is designed to evoke conversation and spark action regarding important issues related to gender equality and human rights. The art and poetry also serves as emotional support for women who have been discriminated against or whose rights have been violated.

 

"I was born a girl"  first opened for Women’s Day 2023 in Mexico City and reached 26,000 visitors. It then made its European debut at the Nordic Business Forum 2023 in Helsinki in September 2023 after which it opened for the general public in AINOA. In March this year, the exhibition travelled to South Africa, Mozambique and Zambia for International Women's Day 2024. The exhibition was present at the United Nations in Geneva for the 57th Human Rights Council in September 2024. Most recently the exhibition opened in Windhoek, Namibia on as a part of  the 16 Days of Activism campaign against Gender-Based Violence. You may read the most recent edition of our book here, featuring a foreword by our Patron, Suzanne Innes-Stubb, the Spouse of the President of the Republic of Finland.

 

In 2025 the exhibition is due to be presented in Colombia, Chile, Peru and Argentina.

 

We are so very grateful to welcome the Spouse of the President of the Republic of Finland, Suzanne Innes-Stubb as a Patron for the I was born a girl- project. Her support is a significant step forward in our mission to amplify these crucial issues on the world stage.

 

For more about the project please visit iwasbornagirl.fi.

 

 

About Us

Welcome to Sinako Interaction Art ry, a non-profit organization founded in 2022 that champions the art of interaction to create human connections and inspire social change.

 

At the heart of our mission is the promotion of women's rights and gender equality. We are dedicated to bringing women together to catalyze positive change. Our initiatives, including exhibitions, workshops, and public programs, focus on raising awareness, fostering meaningful dialogue, and facilitating community engagement. We aim to unite diverse audiences to reflect, discuss, and mobilize around crucial issues for a fair and equitable society.

 

Sinako Interaction Art ry is committed to building bridges between communities and cultures, highlighting women's struggles, and celebrating their achievements. We believe that collective action can lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of gender equality, helping us move toward a world where every individual can thrive.

 

Join us on this transformative journey to advance women's rights and make a lasting impact on society. Your support is essential as we continue our work to empower women and create positive change together.