Women Who Dare
The ‘Women Who Dare’ exhibition and workshop program at Adderton highlights 160 years of pioneering work by the Sisters of Mercy, Brisbane - leading and championing social reform to improve the lives of those in need…
Taking inspiration from this work, hear from contemporary change makers in a conversation celebrating their contributions and looking at the different pathways, tools and experiences they are using to build momentum and make lasting cultural and social change including Janine Hendry who harnessed the energy for the 2021 March4Justice, Chair of GetUp Carla McGrath and one of the founders of the 'Home to Bilo' campaign on behalf of the Murugappan family Angela Fredericks. in a conversation facilitated by ABC Brisbane presenter Kelly Higgins-Devine.
The afternoon will also include a performance from Voices of Colour and the opportunity to participate in activities aligned with the exhibition.
‘Say it with a badge’ free workshop
Make a statement and wear it with pride in this free badge making workshop led by artist and illustrator Tori-Jay Mordey. Be inspired by the Women Who Dare exhibition and create your own daring design. Tori-Jay Mordey draws on both her Torres Strait Islander and English heritage in her contemporary art practice, which explores themes of family and self-identity. Tori-Jay works across multiple mediums including digital illustration, drawing, painting, printmaking, film and murals, and has authored and illustrated several children’s books.
From 1.00 - 4.00pm - Conversation at 2.30pm
This event is part of the Momentum series by WOW Australia at Brisbane Festival. To find out more, or purchase a Festival Pass to all four events, head to our website.
To find out more about the 'Women Who Dare' Exhibition & Workshop series at Adderton, head to adderton.org.au
Companion cards are accepted for this event. To book your complimentary adjacent companion seat, please contact us for a ticket code.
Momentum
Moment – a point of time; the turning effect of a force
Momentum – mass in motion
On 15th March 2021, thousands demonstrated in shared rage and frustration at the diabolical state of gender relations in our nation. March4Justice was a rare moment but how do we turn this moment into momentum? Why is inertia so powerful in this space, what are the forces sustaining inequality, and who or what is going to change them? And why did it take gender inequality striking at the heart of White middle Australia before our institutions sat up and took notice?
Three conversations tackle this from differing perspectives alongside performances reflecting the power of the arts to effect change.
Sat 4 Sept - Women Who Dare
Thurs 16 Sept - First Nations First
Sat 18 Sept - The Making of Men
Location
Adderton
547 Ann St, Brisbane City Qld 4000
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