The Section of Former Officials of the ILO
After a 5-year absence, the last exhibition having been held in 2019, the year of the Centenary, the Circle was able to return to its traditional exhibition venue, the Hall of the Colonnades. Although one side of the aisle is now occupied by the flags of ILO Member States, the exhibition, grouped together on one side, was held in good conditions. Our request to organize an exhibition was supported by the Human Resources Department, which obtained Cabinet approval this spring. Fifteen artists responded and steps were taken with various services including INTSERV and DCOMM to initiate the project achievement. Three new artists participated in the exhibition.
The vernissage took place on Tuesday 1 October, in conjunction with a cocktail reception hosted by the Former Officials’ Section, which was organising an intergenerational round table to mark the International Day of Older Persons. Mr. François Kientzler, President of the Circle, took the floor to thank the ILO Management for allowing this exhibition and presented the artists. Ms. Danielle Guiho, Director of Human Resources Department, welcomed the holding of this exhibition which for 2 weeks brightened up the Hall of Colonnades and allowed officials to appreciate the artists’ creations: paintings, drawings, sculptures and jewelry.
The ILO Circle of Arts and Decoration is supported by the Former Officials’ Section. Initiatives will be taken to open up the Circle to new artists. The Circle is a member of the ILO Sports and Leisure Association. A video and a photo album are available here on the Former Officials’ Section website.
Photos Album
Presentation of exhibitors
