Echoes of Care: A Night of Community, Poetry, and Open Voices

You’re invited to the End of Summer Fest Poetry Night, an evening where shared thoughts and emotions take the spotlight. The night begins with a captivating reading by Zulu, a local spiritual hoodrat deeply committed to the well-being and thriving of Black communities of color. Zulu’s powerful and thought-provoking texts offer deep insights into personal experiences and reflections, creating a welcoming space where one can feel seen, heard, and comforted by the words. With a focus on the interconnectedness of healing and creativity, zulu's work is a journey through pleasure, embodied storytelling, street knowledge, and poetry, all aimed at fostering community and collective growth.

Following the reading, the microphone will be open to the audience. If you feel inspired, take the stage and share your work!

The night will culminate in a heartfelt singing performance by "held in song" – a community-driven experience that invites everyone to connect through music. Led by atelier igihozo, this group brings together voices from all walks of life, whether you have musical experience or not. We’re excited for you to join this diverse chorus of voices. If you’d like to step up to the mic during the Open Mic session, please be sure to keep an eye on the program schedule.

When: Friday, September 20th, 6 PM (reading starts at 7 PM)
What: Poetry Night featuring a special guest reading, Open Mic, and a singing performance by «held in song»
For: People who experience racism
Where: café révolution, Progr Atelier 14, Waisenhausplatz 30, 3011 Bern