I first met lawyer and poet Sara Mansour through our participation in the 22nd Biennale of Sydney, “NIRIN” exhibition (thanks to artistic director Brook Andrew). Sara invited me to Bankstown Poetry Slam. Listening to the exceptional poets on stage, opening their hearts in the very safe space Sara has helped to create, I learnt so much about the many challenges faced when integrating into communities outside of one’s homeland. Beyond this, the slam was a reminder of Western Sydney’s rich cultural diversity, which overflows with creativity.
Sara Mansour has the spotlight. Standing against
