TAKE SPACE, MAKE SPACE: Agency, urgency, and the stories that feed us

my tongue hurts
from all the things I have said
all the things I haven't

- Ellen van Neerven, THROAT

Led by Warraba Weatherall, this panel talk will focus on contemporary story-telling from the perspective of some of Brisbane’s most revered First Nations writers, working across a host of different forms and grappling with the responsibility of weaving truths into fiction from their respective viewpoints.

In 2020, as we continue to survive the proliferation of global crises, the role of the story-teller remains deeply significant, as critical agents of change. Join us for this necessary conversation about the onus of responsibility placed on First Nations writers and the choices they make in occupying space, giving voice, and offering hope in times of crises.

Facilitated by Warraba Weatherall

Panellists include Meleika Gesa-Fatafehi, Sachem Parkin-Owens, Grace Lucas-Pennington and Sue McPherson.

Curated by Aurora Liddle-Christie on behalf of Blaklash Creative & Brisbane Writer’s Festival