The Sound of Barakah hits Melbourne

Stoked to catch up with Sami Yusuf post his inaugural Barakah Tour Concert in Melbourne tonight and thank himand his ensemble of string and percussion musicians for a spectacular show.   Himself a powerhouse of talent, Sami demonstrated an individual mastery...

Street Style Iftar, with Purpose

Another staple on the Ramadan schedule with the #SareeraStreetIftar. A relatively mild evening was a picture perfect backdrop to this gig. A brilliant effort from all involved – logistics on point and the most amazing vibe ?? From a crowd of almost 2200 catered...

What The Brexit?

In the wake of the U.K. referendum on whether or not the UK should exit the EU, results of 52% voting OUT to 48% IN, herald the most backward move of the century.  In a quest to retain a purist position, this vote driven by xenophobic propaganda has now isolated...

Articulating Rage Against The Machine

A British MP, Jo Cox, has been assassinated, in the name of ‘Britain First’. Authorities established her killer, Thomas Mair (pictured), belonged to a right wing organisation with radical ideology espousing extremist views; a terrorist. Home grown....

Iftar – Sunny Side Up North

“The Queensland Police, hosting an Iftar for Brisbane Muslims, at the Greek Club. Diversity; we’re standing in it”. Tonight in the latest #ramadandiaries instalment, I enjoyed being in Brisbane at the Queensland Police Service Iftar. ...

Vintage Moments on New Age Racism

Capturing a vintage Coburg moment, at Andres Cafe, talking racism, rallies, media and dog whistling policy- for ‘iMigrant’, by OPmedia with OmarPervaiz, film maker and multimedia artist.  This interview will inform a short clip about perceptions of...