Home Front

Strength. Hope. Solidarity. The photographs by Magalí Druscovich tell powerful stories of survivors one year after the Hamas attack and commemorate the victims. The Talmud, one of Judaism's central texts, describes the principle of “Arevut” – responsibility for one another and community solidarity. This idea of solidarity was especially evident on October 7, when civil society in Israel stood up to defend itself. The exhibition “Home Front” focuses on this solidarity and the extraordinary commitment of many individuals during a time of extreme crisis.

The photos depict numerous examples of this strength: Rami, who saved 35 children from the Nova Music Festival; Kathy, who took in 1,200 children from the south and north at the Kfar Maccabiah Hotel; Gabriel, who fought against terrorists to defend his kibbutz in Zikim; and Noam, who, at only 18 years old, rescued people under fire. The exhibition also honors those who lost their lives, like Shaili's father, who was killed in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, and the girls from the Nahal Oz observation post, who warned of the attacks but were not heard. These images document not only the pain but also the close bonds and mutual support that emerged in the crisis.

Magalí Druscovich says, “While working on these photos, I was with heroic people and those who wished they had done nothing heroic.” She emphasizes that the exhibition reflects the diversity of those affected: “I spoke with people from both the left and the right, with people who participated in demonstrations before October 7 and those who only became politically engaged through these events.” This exhibition highlights the different perspectives and shared challenges people face.

The violence by Hamas marks a turning point for people in Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. Magalí Druscovich's photographs bring human experiences to the forefront, beyond political debates. They tell powerful stories of strength, hope, and solidarity.

This exhibition calls on us to show humanity and to recognize the suffering of all those affected – in Israel and Gaza. It reminds us that this conflict is about real people, their losses, and their unwavering hope for a better future.