Art exhibit features works by sex abuse survivors

MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court (SC) is hosting an art exhibit featuring the works of survivors of child abuse as part of its observance of National Women’s Month 2025.

The art exhibit showcases artworks created by children under the care of CRIBS Foundation Inc., a non-profit organization aimed at helping abandoned or neglected children and female survivors of sexual abuse aged seven to 17.

Apart from the exhibit, the SC also held a dialogue titled “Art of Healing,” highlighting topics such as trauma recovery and legal protection for survivors.

It also emphasized the importance of therapeutic intervention and the role of society in supporting vulnerable children.

The collaboration between the SC and CRIBS seeks to increase awareness among SC officials and employees of the impact of sexual abuse on minors, the challenges they face and the importance of their eventual healing and empowerment.

Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo, Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen and Associate Justice Samuel Gaerlan led the opening of the exhibit on March 17 at the SC New Building Lobby.

The SC said the artworks by the children of CRIBS “served as powerful reflections of the children’s personal experiences, emotions and healing processes.”

The artworks are on display until tomorrow.

Those interested in purchasing any artwork on exhibit may contact the Office of Associate Justice Maria Filomena Singh at (02) 85234974.

The SC said all proceeds from the sale will go directly to CRIBS to support its programs for abandoned, neglected and sexually abused children.