Many thanks to Writing QLD and Queensland Writers Centre for giving me a voice over the years, on topics such as Diaspora, Poetry Advocacy and how to be a community journalist during natural disaster recovery. This time round, I am discussing Cultural Creativity. The cover features local contemporary printmaker and textile designer, Katie Piekutowski.
Yuuingan Dhilla Yari 2023
The highlights of the Queensland Indigenous Language’s Symposium held at the State Library Queensland, on 4th of May 2023 were: the Kutaw Zoeru Torres Strait Islander Dance Troupe; learning about the project and policy work of First Languages Australia; and all the afternoon workshops particularly the presentation of Desert Pea Media, on building creative bridgesContinue reading “Yuuingan Dhilla Yari 2023”
Absolutely Everybody Sings
After being stuck at home for weeks due to a few physical health issues that have caused a few tears from the pain, I thoroughly enjoyed the “Absolutely Everybody Sings” concert held at the State Library of Queensland, on Sunday April, 29th. It featured inspiring performances from two Brisbane “Absolutely Everybody Choirs” whose members selectedContinue reading “Absolutely Everybody Sings”
Powerful TedX talks
Chimamanda Nigoze Adichie’s ‘The Danger of a Single Story’ is a wonderful example of how to approach diversity in a public speech, writing, representation and life. Her message – no cultural group, language group, or ethnicity, can be reduced to one story; for if they are this is reductionist and stereotyping. This is limiting andContinue reading “Powerful TedX talks”
Where have I been?
In the last few months I have been connecting with Pasifika Friends, as we carry our cultures in the heart, in the art, and in the soul wherever we go, and connect to families who share that same passion to continue meaningful cultural practices even whilst embracing new homes. I have been hearing stories ofContinue reading “Where have I been?”
June Paisa Perkins 