Msheireb Museums and Naufar Centre have partnered once again to host the 'Do You See Me?' art exhibition at the Company House, marking World Health Day on October 10.

The exhibition aims to promote community awareness about mental health, focusing on substance disorders.

In a press statement, Msheireb Museums general manager Abdullah al-Naama said: “Through this collaboration with Naufar Centre, we hope to contribute to changing societal perceptions towards mental health and addiction issues and to encourage a deeper and more compassionate understanding of these challenges”.

Coinciding with the global 'Recovery Month', this exhibition underlines the key role of holistic and integrated support for people struggling with addiction.

On view until October 12, the show shines a spotlight on substance use disorders, promoting community understanding of their causes and contributing factors.

Interactive elements encourage public dialogue and exploration of this complex issue through a unique blend of human experience, culture, and artistic expression.

Each of the exhibition’s three sections – Wounds, Fallen, and Awakened – symbolise a stage in the healing journey as narrated by participants in the ‘Expressive Art Psychotherapy’ sessions.

“Substance use disorder is a complex health condition resulting from biological, psychological, and social factors, requiring specialised treatment and comprehensive support that is not limited to a specific entity, but is everyone's responsibility.

“Every individual in the community has a role in providing support to people affected by addiction to help them rebuild their lives. Through collective efforts, we can reduce the stigma that poses a barrier to individuals seeking help,” Naufar Centre’s assistant director-general Khalifa al-Kuwari said in a statement.

He noted the exhibition fosters a positive shift in community understanding of addiction and mental health, prompting dialogue about vital community support.

One untitled piece evokes the claustrophobic feeling of being trapped within a small, suffocating space.

This symbolises not only physical confinement but also the emotional isolation born from stigma and fear of judgment. The work powerfully captures the way these forces can intensify loneliness and create barriers to seeking help.

Another artwork, titled “Need to be held, to be loved” expresses a deep human need for warmth, comfort, and emotional security. It stresses the importance of empathy, support, and understanding in overcoming isolation and fostering genuine connection.