Unseen Kindness: Documenting Life on the Bibby Stockholm Barge
A photo exhibition sheds light on the enduring connections forged between asylum seekers and the local community on the Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset, UK.
While the Bibby Stockholm barge, which housed asylum seekers in Dorset, UK, garnered negative headlines, a new photo exhibition reveals a lesser-known side to life on the vessel. The Bibby Boys exhibition documents the experiences of the men who lived on the barge and the local community that rallied around them, showcasing the enduring connections that were forged during this challenging time.
The barge, which was used to accommodate asylum seekers, faced a number of issues, from the discovery of legionella bacteria to the suicide of an Albanian asylum seeker and angry far-right protests. However, the exhibition paints a different picture, highlighting the kindness and community support that emerged amidst the challenges.
Source: The Guardian
