Laia Abril: On Rape and Institutional Failure

International Center of Photography, 79 Essex St, 10002, New York City

October 15, 2026 – January 11, 2027

Laia Abril's exhibition, On Rape and Institutional Failure, is part of her ongoing project A History of Misogyny, focusing on various forms of violence against women throughout history. The exhibition features a blend of images, testimonies, archival materials, and installations that incorporate sound and video, exploring how gender-based stereotypes and global prejudices have fostered a persistent rape culture. Abril emphasizes the role of institutions in perpetuating victim-blaming narratives, aiming to highlight the need for social accountability that allows offenders to evade justice. Originally exhibited in 2020 amid the fallout from allegations against Harvey Weinstein and others, the exhibition reflects on the limited impact of the #MeToo movement and the ongoing silencing of victims, addressing the deep-rooted transgenerational trauma that results from such systemic failures.