All kinds of families - Chosen, Extended, Multi-generational, Single-parent households, or blended
Thursday 16 October, 10am-12pm
Our online peer support meetings are run on the radical principle that you are welcomed in all of your roles - that you do not need to exclude any part of your identity to be there. We follow a simple peer-support talking circle structure, which we guide you through at the start of every meeting. The meetings are non-hierarchical and confidential. The facilitator acts as a guide to take you through it, but also shares as a fellow participant. You are encouraged to do whatever you need to do to best look after yourself, and anyone else in your care, while we are together. People always report coming away feeling connected, inspired, relieved, renewed. We hope you can join us.
We are running a series of peer support ’Specials’ but please note that ALL women and non-binary people are welcome at each session - you do not need to have a particular experience or identity in order to attend. If space is limited, then priority will be given to the particular identity named.
This peer support session will be particularly welcoming of those who are living within family structures that deviate from the traditional nuclear set up.
Image: Mika Rosenfeld
Shagufta K Iqbal is an award winning writer, and workshop facilitator. Her debut poetry collection Jam Is For Girls, Girls Get Jam (Burning Eye Books) was described by gal-dem as “heart-wrenching and relatable”, and praised by Nikesh Shukla as “a socio-political masterclass”. Her children’s book Bibi and Rumi (Big Cat, HarperCollins) is a warm, joyful story that celebrates wonder, connection and cultural heritage.
Shagufta’s writing has been featured in a wide range of anthologies, including Slam: You’re Gonna Wanna Hear This (Macmillan), Spin! (Otter-Barry Books), she is currently writing her debut poetry collection Outta Place (Troika Books) out later this year, along with her Children's Book Adil and the Spelling Bee, (Big Cat, HarperCollins) a story about Neurodiversity.
As an experienced speaker, facilitator and mentor, Shagufta runs talks, workshops and retreats that create space for reflection, creativity and empowerment. She has delivered performances and workshops with the V&A, The Poetry Library, The South Bank Centre, Tate, WOMAD, Shambala, and Bath Literature Festival.
Shagufta lives in London, with her husband, children, step-children, and two cats.
Pricing Structure
Free for M/others Who Make members
Free for Shagufta’s workshop attendees
£10 for non-members
Please note, tickets are subject to a booking fee. The fee will vary depending upon the price of the ticket.
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A Writing Workshop on the theme of Family - especially when it isn’t Nuclear.
Thursday 2nd October, 10am-12pm
Hosted by Shagufta K Iqbal