Censored Words Dictionary

Censored Words Dictionary is a participatory publication that explores global censorship through the creation of a symbolic language. Developed in response to the increasing erasure of words relating to gender, identity, and bodily autonomy, the project invites visitors to engage with a growing visual dictionary. Each historically censored word is translated into a unique, hand-drawn symbol — a subtle yet subversive form of resistance. Participants are encouraged to contribute their own symbols, reimagining censored language through personal and cultural lenses. By removing the reliance on text, this collective act disrupts digital and institutional filters, offering an alternative mode of expression that evades algorithmic suppression. The evolving archive stands as a testament to community-led resistance and the power of shared language, even when that language must be disguised. Through this process, Censored Words Dictionary becomes both a record of silenced voices and a space for reclaiming visibility on our own terms.