Enjoy the stories, music and tastes of Somali in Canada!
Join a celebration of Somali Canadian experiences, organized in conjunction with Faisa Omer: Threading Roots.
Members of the Ottawa Somali community will share poetry, dance and stories of home, along with delicious food. Artist Faisa Omer and curator Reyhab Mohmed Patel will lead us through Faisa’s exhibition.
Access CUAG is an accessible space with barrier-free washrooms and an elevator.
Registration This event is free and everyone is welcome. However, there is a limited capacity of seating at the gallery. Please make sure to register in advance to secure your spot. Register here.
This event is organized in partnership with the Carleton University Somali Student Association.
This event is part of Stonecroft Semester: The Art of Negotiating Visibility. More info here.
Participants
Faisa Omer is a photographer and mental health professional who was born and raised in Ottawa.
Reyhab Mohmed Patel is a PhD candidate in Sociology at Carleton University, scholar-artist, and curator whose work explores Muslim creative practices, cultural memory, identity, and belonging.
