Silent Scream I:

Description:
This digital artwork portrays the silent struggle of a child living with cerebral palsy — a condition often misunderstood in Northern Nigeria as a spiritual curse rather than a preventable neurological challenge caused by complications at birth.
The exaggerated wide eyes and protruding tongue capture the visible physical effects many children face, while the bright, seemingly cheerful yellow striped shirt contrasts sharply with the inner pain and isolation caused by stigma and lack of proper medical care.
Created as part of the “ART for Policy Change” campaign, this piece challenges harmful cultural beliefs and calls for urgent action: better maternal healthcare, skilled birth attendance, and compassionate community support for children with cerebral palsy and their families.
Let’s replace stigma with understanding. Let’s turn silence into advocacy