Category Archives: Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW)

I take photographs to remember those who cannot speak freely and to be remembered. I believe photography to be my first language, a calling that I received from my ancestors so that I could voice my issues and concerns. Whatever … Continue reading

Posted in Abantu, Africa, Allies, Archived memories, Art Activism in South Africa, Before You, Black Lesbians, Creating awareness, Expression, Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW), Founded, Life Stories, Organizations, Profile, Records and histories, revolution, Visual history | Tagged | 22 Comments

2013 March 28: Failed justice

by Lerato Dumse A commemoration was held on Wednesday 27 March 2013 in Thokoza township, east of Johannesburg to remember the life of Nokuthula Radebe. In 2011 March 28 Nokuthula became one of many hate crime victims reported that year … Continue reading

Posted in Abantu, Activism, Archived memories, Black Lesbians & Allies Against Hate Crimes, Creating awareness, Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW), Rape | Tagged | 10 Comments

2013 March 19: Awakening Azania

by Happy Masuku   Heart Beat. Heart Beat. Heart Beat. Afrika my heart beats. Afrika my heart sings. Praises to your hilltops and valleys. Clan names to your Kings,men of legendary wisdom. Ululations to your Chiefs,people of a just character. … Continue reading

Posted in Activism, Art Activism in South Africa, Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW), Networking, Queer poetics | Tagged | 2 Comments