
Discussion: Reconnecting people with nature through crafts
Date and time: Friday, 24 June from 8:30 – 9:30 (SAST) | 10:30 – 11:30 (MAU)
Location: In-person and online
Cost: FREE
Book: HERE
Presented by The Empathy Club and The Movement (Mauritius)
The human stories behind various crafts will be told by craftspeople to remind us what it takes to create products locally. Regularly tapping into their bodies’ wisdom, they will explore the importance of staying connected to their bodies and staying connected to the materials with which they work. They will tell their story, giving us the opportunity to step outside of our reality and discover their perspectives. Some of their products will be showcased. This event will be hosted from Sofap Eco Hub and streamed online.
Moderator
- Priya Ramkissoon | Founder and Director of The Movement
In discussion with
- Isabelle Chowree | Storyteller and Facilitator at The Empathy Club
- Vanessa Simrick | Fashion Student
- Shivani Ragavoodoo Canee | Fashion accessories Designer and social entrepreneur
Image: Artists Xchange | Art new Audiences (nAnA) grantee, supported through the British Council’s East Africa Arts programme