Ukrainian women tell stories of flight and war through images

The documentary photo exhibition “When we woke up, it was war” is dedicated to the stories of Ukrainian women who had to leave their homeland after the Russian invasion. The focus is on personal experiences, memories, and perspectives of women whose lives have been fundamentally changed by the war.

Photographs and personal insights make visible what flight and war mean for those affected. The exhibition invites reflection on individual life stories and perceiving the impact of war not just as a political or historical development, but also from a personal perspective.

Documentary Perspectives in the Brandenburg State Parliament

The exhibition is on view at the Brandenburg State Parliament at Alten Markt 1 in Potsdam. The historic site in the center of the state capital provides the setting for a presentation that connects social responsibility, remembrance, and current political events.

The photographs tell the stories of women who had to leave their Ukrainian homeland. Their personal perspectives give the exhibition an immediate and human dimension. Visitors can engage with the consequences of the Russian invasion and the experiences of Ukrainian women through the documentary images.

“When we woke up, it was war” is aimed at everyone interested in contemporary photography, documentary work, and the personal consequences of war. The exhibition offers space for quiet and concentrated engagement with the displayed images and stories.

Visit in Potsdam

• Date: October 30, 2026
• Location: Brandenburg State Parliament, Alten Markt 1, Potsdam
• Format: Documentary photo exhibition
• Entry and opening hours: Not indicated in the available event information

Please check current information from the organizer regarding opening hours, entry, and access conditions before your visit.