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Thurs 3 Aug
6 - 9pm
📍 Footscray Community Arts

$10 General Admission, $5 Concession, $0 No One Turned Away
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The Ubuntu Magazine launch is a meeting of philosophy, culture and community held at Footscray Community Arts. We invite you to join us in celebrating the official launch of ‘Ubuntu’ with food, drinks and conversation.

Drawing from the Bantu ideology of Ubuntu - “I am because we are” - Producer in Residence Leigh Lule has crafted and curated a platform for community-focused creatives. The first Ubuntu magazine issue features the creative works of Daniel Temesgen, Natasha Hertanto, Sarah Iman, Navaal Saeed, Amarachi Logo and Suzie Wang through a multimedia lens.

Ubuntu is an online, interactive magazine that embraces multimedia; where an audio-series can sit right in-between a playscript and an interactive illustration. With a focus on art, culture and history, Ubuntu platforms the work of young, emerging and mid-career creatives throughout the wider Melbourne area. Engaging and collaborating with varied practices and disciplines, the magazine includes artist features and interviews, alongside newly commissioned audio, visual and written works.

To explore the digital magazine and its works in full → Ubuntu Magazine

Schedule

6pm – Doors Open & Light Refreshments
6.30pm – Acknowledgment & Introduction
6.35pm – Digital Magazine Showcase
7pm – Banquet Dinner by sogobri + DJ Set by Mothafunk
9pm – Event Finishes

Artist Bios

Natasha Hertanto (she/her) is a Chinese-Indonesian writer, public speaker, and educator based in Naarm. Her work can be found on Kill Your Darlings, ABC, Australian Multilingual Project, Archer & more. Her short stories are part of the anthologies ‘Everything All At Once’ (Ultimo Press, 2021) and ‘New Australian Fiction 2023’ (Kill Your Darlings, 2023). @natashahertanto

Navaal Saeed (he/him) is an emerging film photographer, focused on sharing diasporic experiences, stories, and perspectives as a way of reconciling his own. He is entranced and empowered by various mediums, from contemporary editorials and conceptual shoots, to music and cinematography. @navsaeed

Amarachi Okorom (she/her) is a Nigerian born Igbo actor, spoken word artist, and emerging playwright based in Melbourne. She completed a residency with Lonely Company (2020), and was a part of Melbourne Theatre Company’s First Stage program (2021). Her play ‘Akaraka’ was shortlisted for the 2021 Griffin Award. @amarxchi_

Daniel Temesgen (he/him) is a photographer based in Naarm. His recent photography series include, ‘SEA OF HOPE’, ‘Brotherhood’, and ‘Mother’. He has worked with several brands, including New Balance, Hype DC, Chivas, Manchester United, Asics Foot Locker, Adidas, Football Australia and Tourism Tasmania. His work has previously been featured in RUSSH Magazine and Vogue Australia. @stillsbydaniel

Sarah Iman (she/they) is a first-generation Malaysian/Australian Muslim artist raised in the western suburbs of Naarm. Holding a Diploma in Theatre Arts and currently in their last year in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) course at the Victorian College of the Arts, Sarah has worked in various creative fields from radio and broadcast presenting to community theatre. @_itsarah

Suzie Wang/俊俏 (they/them) is an artist based in North Fitzroy, who primarily makes illustrative art inspired by feelings of child-like wonder and their Chinese heritage. Playing with different mediums is an integral part of their art practice. Suzie has also been a part of organising events prioritising queer/trans BIPOC people and highlighting local DJs and performers. @jun888qiao

The Producer in Residence and Creative Leadership programs are generously supported by VicHealth through their Future Healthy initiatives.