“Behind the Scenes: The Journey of Doctors Without Borders” Photo Exhibition in KL

by Chen Ai Wei

“Behind the Scenes: The Journey of Doctors Without Borders” Photo Exhibition in KL

Here comes a chance to understand the pain, joy and reality of working in front line through a combination of a photo exhibition and film screenings.

The international medical humanitarian organisation Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) will launch their first public event in Kuala Lumpur, “Behind the Scenes: The Journey of Doctors Without Borders” photo exhibition at The Annexe Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.

They are organizing a combination of a photo exhibition and film screenings from 26 to 30 June 2013 as part of their effort to engage much more actively with Malaysian society to raise awareness of the global humanitarian crises and to gain the support of Malaysians on issues that matter in the wider world.

The photo exhibition features the major emergencies, natural disasters, epidemics and conflicts that have shaped and defined MSF’s identity today. The event also highlights the stories of Malaysian field workers. Besides, there will be 2 film screenings on 28 and 29 June 2013, which are “The Positive Ladies Soccer Club” and “Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors without Borders”.

The combination of a photo exhibition and film screenings is an exceptional opportunity for Malaysian to have a better understanding to MSF. The hope there will be more Malaysian willing to join MSF after they gain insight into the organization.  

MSF has established since year 1971. It has been committed to deliver free emergency medical aid for victims who affected by armed conflict, epidemics and natural disasters or man-made disasters. They also offer assistance to populations in crisis without discrimination and irrespective of race, religion, creed or political convictions. Examples of the services provided by MSF include surgical care, primary healthcare, nutrition programs, emergency care, water and sanitation facility improvement, mental health care, rehabilitation of hospitals, and training.

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The reality of working in emergency

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