Project: Humane Archive
The “Humane Archive” is a platform that archives the values, meaning, and dimensions of human beings, being in existence with nature, and its manifestations- non-human identities. This initiative is profoundly dedicated to archiving the documentary lives of ordinary people, as it frames the project as an act of compassionate preservation. The word “humane” establishes an ethic of empathy and dignity, promising that these stories will be explored with tenderness and a focus on our shared human qualities- our quiet resilience, subtle joys, and unspoken philosophies. Paired with “archive,” which signifies a permanent, curated collection; thus, the name elevates everyday existence to the status of a historical record. It declares that these uncelebrated lives are not fleeting moments but essential manifestations for understanding the human condition, worthy of being saved from oblivion and contemplated with care. In short, the purpose of this endeavour is a quiet, reflective counter-narrat...