"As of 30 April 2026, we, the international jury selected by Koyo Kouoh, Artistic Director of the 61st edition of La Biennale di Venezia 'In Minor Keys,' have resigned. We do so in acknowledgment of our Statement of Intention issued on 22 April 2026."
"The jury would not consider any countries currently being charged by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Golden and Silver Lion prizes, among the most coveted accolades in the international art world."
"The Venice Biennale acknowledged the resignations of the jury made up of Solange Oliveira Farks (president), Zoe Butt, Elvira Dyangani Ose, Marta Kuzma, and Giovanna Zapperi."
"In place of its traditional jury, the Venice Biennale will allow visitors to vote for 'the Best Participant in the 61st Exhibition 'In Minor Keys' by Koyo Kouoh' and 'the Best National Participation in the 61st Exhibition.'"
The jury for the 2026 Venice Biennale resigned shortly before the event's opening due to its decision to exclude artists from countries charged with crimes against humanity. This decision directly affected the participation of Russia and Israel, both facing ICC charges. The Biennale acknowledged the jury's resignation and postponed the awards ceremony to November 22. Instead of a traditional jury, the event will allow visitors to vote for the best participant and national participation awards.
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