
34 Gallery — “Stillness”
International Mental Health Arts Initiative (UN SDG 3.4), Zimbabwe
International Mental Health Arts Initiative (UN SDG 3.4)
— 34 Gallery, Zimbabwe
Familiar Yet Strange Figures: Doğan Özdemir’s Art
Published: August 25, 2025
International Mental Health Arts Initiative (UN SDG 3.4)
— 34 Gallery, Zimbabwe
Familiar Yet Strange Figures: Doğan Özdemir’s Art
Published / Recognized: August 2025
Artist & Programme Details
Artist: Doğan Özdemir (aka Miskin Kukla)
Platform: 34 Gallery
Location: Zimbabwe
Initiative: International Mental Health Arts Initiative
UN Alignment: Sustainable Development Goal 3.4 — Mental Health & Well-Being
Overview
Doğan Özdemir was selected for participation in “Stillness”, an international open call organized by 34 Gallery as part of the International Mental Health Arts Initiative, aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3.4, which focuses on promoting mental health and well-being through cultural and creative practices.
The initiative brings together artists from different countries to contribute to a global dialogue around mental health, stillness, resilience, and collective healing through visual arts.

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Exhibition Documentation
Exhibition Walkthrough — “Stillness” | 34 Gallery
(International Mental Health Arts Initiative, UN SDG 3.4)
📽️ Screen-recorded documentation of the virtual exhibition
(Presented as visual evidence due to the exhibition link no longer being active.)
Certificate of Appreciation
In recognition of his contribution, 34 Gallery awarded Doğan Özdemir an official Certificate of Appreciation, acknowledging his participation and advocacy through creative arts within the framework of UN SDG 3.4.
The certificate was issued following the completion of the open call process and reflects the gallery’s appreciation for the artist’s engagement during a period affected by international funding challenges.
Official Communication Highlights
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Submission Confirmation — The artist’s work was formally accepted into the Stillness Open Call.
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Institutional Recognition Message (summarized) —
The gallery emphasized the role of artists in shaping peaceful and inclusive societies, highlighting the importance of creative expression in envisioning a better world. The communication expressed appreciation for the artist’s contribution to global mental health advocacy through creative practice. -
Certificate Notification — The gallery later confirmed the issuance of the Certificate of Appreciation, reaffirming the artist’s role in the initiative and his contribution to UN SDG 3.4 creative arts advocacy.
Institutional Context
34 Gallery is an international art platform actively engaged in socially driven creative initiatives, with a strong focus on mental health, community well-being, and global cultural dialogue.
The Stillness initiative forms part of the gallery’s broader mission to connect artistic practice with social impact and international development goals.
Documentation Archive
This gallery archive includes:
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Official email communications from 34 Gallery
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Certificate of Appreciation for the Stillness Open Call
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Screen-recorded exhibition walkthrough
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Visual evidence of participation in a UN SDG–aligned international arts initiative
(All materials are presented as visual documentation within this gallery.)
34 Gallery — Stillness: International Mental Health Arts Initiative (UN SDG 3.4)
(Certificate)






