Tasneem’s Blog Archive
IMA- From Visitor to Curator , a Full Circle Reflection
Reflecting on how it's been two years to the day since the IMA was launched. In that time it's grown from strength to strength showcasing art, history and heritage. From stunning permanent galleries to captivating visiting exhibitions - the momentum hasn't let up. And...
OWeek UNSW -Playing Panel Provacateurs
This afternoon I participated in a University of New South Wales O-Week event, titled ‘Terrorising Ourselves: A panel on the politicisation and media representation of terrorism!’, The panellists for the event were: Michael Hing (comedian and host) Sarrah...
A Whole Latte Love
According to @businesschicks' Latte magazine first edition for the year, I'm '1of 16 Women to Watch in 2016'. In fine company with #JamilaRizvi, Hilary Clinton, Emma Watson and Yasmin Abdelmagid_?? No pressure then ? #makeanoise #makingchangehappen #lordy #latte...
Reality Takes in Tarneit
Met with an exceptional group of Year 12 English students at #TarneitCollege to talk about 'whose reality is it?' These guys were switched on, engaged and respectful - a credit to themselves, their teachers and wider community. Diversity and excellence doing it big...
One Billion Still Rising
Remembering the two year anniversary since my part in the #OneBillionRising global campaign to end violence against women. Violence in all its forms is unacceptable. Changing language, attitudes, behaviour and perceptions in which women are objectified and...
Talking Arrrt and Social Change with Radio 3RRR
Morning interview at 3RRRFM, chatting with host Sara Savage about all things #IMA including an upcoming international arts symposium, coin exhibition and gala dinner... Busy days ahead..#artysmarty#islamicmuseumofaustralia
The IMA Making Waves for all the Right Reasons
Today the Islamic Museum of Australia saw the launch of a report by Deakin University on the efficacy of the IMA in enhancing social cohesion outcomes. In addition to this was the presence of an OIC delegation headed by Sec. Gen. H.E. Imdad Madani, speaking to the...
Ladies As Leaders
This evening had the pleasuring of speaking at the 'Ladies As Leaders' launch - a language and activity group initiative of a group of women in Melbourne's north. They impressed me as a collective of motivated individuals who'd identified a need, capacity and...
Vintage Vibes with Colour
Enjoyed a vintage styled shoot by @thefashionmarketau for @stellamagazine this afternoon at the Abbotsford Convent grounds in Melbourne. Under the creative direction of Natasha Jynel, styling by Tamara, photography by Sebastian and makeup by Bianca, we maximised...
Change The Date- Invasion Day Truths
Remembering the dispossession of this nations First People. Their genocide, incarceration and the structural racism that continues to plague them due to systems of governance that profit from their exploitation Ruminating on the indigenous dispossession always brings...