thursday 4 MAy - monday 8 MAY 2023
Event Location: MIGRANT COFFEE - 3/576 BARKLY ST, West Footscray VIC 3012
Cost: Free
Time: Open 7AM- 2PM - Monday, Thursday & Friday, 8AM - 2PM Saturday & Sunday
Contact: 03 7012 8809
Awak Rech Kongor is a South Sudanese Dinka woman, an intersectional feminist, abolitionist and mental health advocate for young people within the South Sudanese community. Awak uses storytelling and visual narrative to give voice to, highlight and uplift otherwise marginalised existence and community.
Shot and edited by artist Joshua Sims, this photo series follows a documentary produced by Awak Rech Kongor in 2020, on the subject and contrast of wholesomeness and "gangs."
Featuring Awak's grandmother (pictured), Ayen William Garang Dut, as well as friends and family Awak grew up with in St Albans.
The photography series demonstrates and contextualises a deep longing for understanding, and contrasts the isolation of being misunderstood.
Presented By Maribyrnong City Council
MIGRANT COFFEE
Migrant Coffee is a space dedicated to our mothers.
Founded by two best friends who share a love of culture and joy in daily ritual, connecting with people and our history is at the centre of everything we do. As proud daughters of immigrants, our mamas taught us to work hard to make something meaningful with what we have, even if it’s very little. Migrant isn’t just a cafe. It’s a space for our people to connect, celebrate and share stories.
Our menu has twists of Filipino, Thai and Island flavours, fusing our love of bagels with tastes from home. Classic New York style bagels are a head nod to the city where we met, and the food we bonded over. We use Coffee Supreme beans and quality supplies from people whose brands tell authentic stories with purpose. Our operations are simple so we can focus on bringing good vibes and building with our community.
As a women-owned and run business we stand for equality and inclusion. We call Melbourne’s westside home and are blessed to be part of its beautifully diverse community. Our stories are your stories, and our space is yours to share.
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