The Surma Tribe & the Meaning Behind the Lip Plate Tradition Deep in the Omo Valley of Ethiopia, the Surma (or Suri) Tribe is known for one of the most visually striking cultural practices in Africa — the wearing of lip plates by women. This ancient tradition involves piercing and gradually stretching the lower lip to insert a clay or wooden plate, sometimes reaching up to 16 inches wide. But this practice is far more than appearance — it’s a symbol of beauty, strength, identity and social statu

Surma girls in Ethiopia participate in traditional dances during community celebrations and rituals. These dances are often accompanied by singing, clapping, and the beat of drums. The girls adorn themselves with body paint, flowers, and natural ornaments, displaying beauty and cultural pride while strengthening the unity of the group. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes.

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“We are the original people of this land. We have claim, not just to the land, but the land has claim to us.” — Juan Mancias Somi Se’k, the territory of the Carrizo/Comecrudo Tribe of Texas, is the focus of Carolina Caycedo and David de Rozas’s new multimedia installation grown out of the artists’ years-long research into the region. Caycedo and De Rozas make visible the stories and voices—both human and non-human—that have shaped this complex landscape, and the ways in which they have been affe