by Kondwani Mwase
54Lights is committed to elevating creatives of colour. We showcase Africa to the world, by lighting up great guests with roots in the 54 countries of the continent. We’re telling these under told stories from Africa to all corners of the globe. And because each guest has a unique and flavour-filled tale to tell, we will tell these stories with care. So that they can shape and reshape and reframe the narrative, one story at a time. Humbly hosted by Kondwani Mwase
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September 12, 2024
<p><strong>WHAT TO EXPECT...WHEN YOU PUSH PLAY</strong></p><p>Embark on a journey through the lens of Faisa Omar, a Somali Canadian photographer and mental health professional, as she shares her compelling story and insights. From her childhood dreams of teaching to her discovery of photography as an art form, Faisa's narrative unfolds with depth and resonance.</p><p>As she delves into her cultural roots, Faisa discusses how her Somali heritage infuses her work with vibrant colours and rich storytelling. Drawing parallels between her roles as a mental health counselor and photographer, she underscores the significance of forging intimate connections in both spheres.</p><p>Discover Faisa's aspirations, including her dream of opening a photography studio while continuing her therapeutic endeavours. Her passion for authenticity shines through as she shares her approach to portraiture, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe and vulnerable space for her subjects.</p><p><strong>LEAN IN, LISTEN UP...AND LEARN</strong></p><ul><li>Faisa Omar's artistic journey sprouted from a passion for expression and a love for art.</li><li>Her Somali background deeply influences her work, evident in her use of vibrant colours.</li><li>The intersection of photography and counselling underscores the power of personal connections.</li><li>Faisa's vision extends beyond photography, as she aims to create a sanctuary for both imagery and healing.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>LEARN FROM OUR GUEST </strong></p><p>Connect with Faisa Omar on Instagram or explore her portfolio at Faisa's website <a href="https://faisaomer.com/work" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://faisaomer.com/work</a></p><p><strong>FIND AND FOLLOW 54LIGHTS</strong></p><p>Instagram – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/crowd54/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/crowd54/</a></p><p>Email guest referrals, comments and stories to [email protected] (feedback welcome…complaints and hate, not so much)</p><p><em>54Lights is committed to illuminating the African experience...one story (snapshot) at a time. </em></p>
August 29, 2024
<p><strong>WHAT TO EXPECT...WHEN YOU PUSH PLAY</strong></p><p>Let’s go to West Africa! 54Lights takes you to the brilliant country of Benin through a conversation with self-taught illustrator from the wonderful nation. The Beninese artists, and CEO of AKARTS (a hip-hop inspired streetwear line) Andy Akangah joined us in studio to talk about his work, inspiration and process. </p><p>Taking inspiration from French illustrations, and other styles from around the world, Andy had an artist's touch (and temperament)...even as a kid. He shares his thoughts on finding ones own style and how his personal signature came into being. As a creator, Andy works tirelessly during the day (honing his craft at marketing) and then turns to illustrating at night. He's mastered the positive hustle and is designing a unique life(style) all his own. </p><p><strong>LEAN IN, LISTEN UP...AND LEARN</strong></p><p>For Andy, inspiration comes from everything and everywhere...including old comics, English, French and Manga </p><ul><li>Andy is self-taught and knew that if he wanted to get better he would have to work at it…he is in a classroom of one and he is the teacher AND student </li><li>Andy has come a long way from a beginner artist to now creating his own brushes after trial and error of what he likes/doesn’t </li></ul><br/><p><strong>FIND AND FOLLOW 54LIGHTS</strong></p><p>Instagram – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/crowd54/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/crowd54/</a></p><p>Email guest referrals, comments and stories to [email protected] (feedback welcome…complaints and hate, not so much)</p><p><em>54Lights is committed to illuminating the African experience...one story (beat) at a time. </em></p>
August 15, 2024
<p><strong>WHAT TO EXPECT...WHEN YOU PUSH PLAY</strong></p><p>Your host, Kondwani Mwase, talks to the accomplished Dr. Yabome Gilpin-Jackson to discuss her inspiring journey from Sierra Leone to Canada, and her impactful work in equity, diversity, and inclusion. Yabome shares profound insights on navigating complex systems, finding home in community, and the importance of everyday African leaders. Join them for a thought-provoking conversation that will leave you motivated to create positive change.</p><p><strong>LEAN IN, LISTEN UP...AND LEARN</strong></p><ul><li>Yabome's multicultural upbringing across three continents shaped her heightened consciousness and passion for social justice and human dignity.</li><li>Leaving Sierra Leone during the war and experiencing the complexities of inequity first hand fuelled Yabome's dedication to systems change and equity-centred work.</li><li>Yabome emphasises the importance of understanding complexity and flexing methodologies based on context when working in organisational development and social systems change.</li><li>SLD Consulting Inc., founded by Yabome, serves as an ongoing action research lab, keeping her connected to challenges and solutions across sectors.</li><li>We Will Lead Africa, co-founded by Yabome, showcases everyday African leaders making a difference in their communities, challenging the narrow narrative of leadership on the continent.</li><li>Yabome believes in the power of small, incremental changes to create lasting impact and the importance of staying hopeful while acknowledging the realities of inequity.</li><li>Finding a sense of home in one's communities and being able to be one's authentic self is crucial for Yabome.</li><li>Yabome's journey highlights the interconnectedness of her diverse roles and the manifestation of her long-held dreams of being an organisational development consultant, lecturer, and community development advocate. </li></ul><br/><p><strong>OUR HIGHs (NO LOWs) </strong></p><p><em>“Fundamentally, I've always been social justice minded. My mom has stories for days about me insisting we should stop the car and give somebody that seems destitute a hand." </em></p><p><em>"The joy of this work is being able to identify systems, challenges, and bring the discipline of processes to help us unpack and understand those challenges in a way that allows us to look for solutions that are lasting." </em></p><p><em>"We Will Lead Africa is here to collect and document these stories of everyday leaders in every sector across the continent, on or off the continent, that are doing work for the continent with marginalized communities that is making a difference already." </em></p><p><em>"Nothing is ever lost. Even the effort in creating it, and this moment that we're talking about it, nothing is lost. It brings it back to life." </em></p><p><em>"When I'm in a group of people where I can just be me completely and freely, and I don't have to navigate between spaces, which I know how to do, like I said, I learned from my mother. But when I can be truly, truly, truly unmasked, then I'm home." </em></p><p><strong>FIND AND FOLLOW 54LIGHTS</strong></p><p>Instagram – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/crowd54/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/crowd54/</a></p><p>Email guest referrals, comments and stories to [email protected] (feedback welcome…complaints and hate, not so much)</p><p><em>54Lights is committed to illuminating the African experience...one story at a time. </em></p>
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