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Banksy, a secretive street artist based in the UK, is turning his "bemusement park" around to house refugees camped in France.
The odd Disneyland parody in the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare opened in August. "Dismaland" features 3D pieces by a collaboration of artists- including Banksy himself- among a decaying castle and backwards Ferris wheel. However, Banksy has decided to renovate the park. "Dismaland Calais" project will repurpose all timber and fixtures to create shelters at the 'jungle', a refugee camp near Calais.
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This a very interesting take on the issue of refuge. Banksy is making an effort to reach out to these people and people after them. It often seems like countries only address the issue rather than the people. This reminds me of Georgia's charter which offered safe-haven for debtors. Although Banksy can't charter a colony for refugees, he is taking full advantage of his assets at the moment.
http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/europes-border-crisis/banksy-says-dismaland-heading-calais-help-refugees-n434706
This may be the most interesting way I've ever heard of giving people refuge. And it's really cool! I'm glad Banksy can get behind good causes and do something for humanity.
ReplyDeleteBanksy is at it again. Such a unique way of offering refuge. Could you imagine living in Dismal Land? So cool to see him helping out though.
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge Banksy fan and I'm bummed I missed out on visiting Dismaland! I think this is so cool! -Emily Eppig 8th period
ReplyDeleteits an interesting way to house refugees and maybe this will set an example for others that you can really do anything to help people out
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