Hear My Voice
Overview
In this series of interactive and creative writing workshops, local author and heritage consultant, Farzana Hakim, aims to help the residents of Newham, especially those with links to East Ham and Manor Park, find their voices through storytelling. Farzana was commissioned for this project as one of Culture Within Newham’s newest Community Producers.
Writing stories gave Farzana a sense of empowerment and having her stories published gave her a distinctive voice. She now advocates her art, through running projects and sessions with local people, inspiring them to write and share their stories.
Be a part of this inspiring project by joining the sessions, where you'll learn new tips and handy skills to share stories and anecdotes from your own real life experiences. Feel valued and have a go at creating some fantastic pieces of writing and art.
Don't forget to sign up for the final event in May, where Farzana will be showcasing some of the Borough's writing and celebrating your stories in the form of a small exhibition of postcards and visuals.
Upcoming dates
10 April 2025, 5-7pm. Book here.
22 April 2025, 5-7pm. Book here.
24 April 2025, 5-7pm. Book here.
6 May 2025, 5-7pm. Book here.
About the project partners
Farzana Hakim
Farzana is the host and founder of ‘Hear My Voice,’ creative writing workshops for women. Writing stories gave her a sense of empowerment and she now encourages other women, especially from minority backgrounds, to break silences and find their voices through the art of creative writing.
Follow Farzana on social media:
X @farzanahakim
Facebook @farzanahakim
Instagram @farzanahakimauthor
Community Producers
Hear My Voice was commissioned as part of Culture Within Newham’s Community Producers scheme. In November 2024, we asked former members of our Community Voices Panel if they would be interested in developing and producing their own creative project for a local community.
Panelists were able to apply for up to £2,000-£3,000 to deliver a creative, cultural or artistic project in their local community. Members of the Community Voices Panel have excellent and in-depth knowledge of their local communities and this commission aims to make the most of this knowledge and provide opportunities to develop experience working in the arts.
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