Murals at a housing project in Portugal highlight UN goals and build local pride

One mural, “No Poverty,” shows a Black woman tenderly braiding the hair of a white woman — a snapshot of family bonds that grew out of difficult times. Another, called “No Hunger,” depicts a local woman showing children her vegetable garden so they know where their food comes from. They are among a collection of giant murals at a housing project on the outskirts of the Portuguese capital Lisbon that tell tales of intimacy, resilience and sustainable living.

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Published at: 1/20/2026

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