Mother Tongue is an organisation passionate about
Amplifying and Equipping the voices of women, and gender diverse people who feel “woman” is part of their identity.
A place for Passionate, Powerful, Vulnerable and Honest stories through written word, poetry and spoken word.
It stands aside from, most Spoken Word events in its depth and authenticity.
Hosted & run by Fleassy Malay & Katie Lohner
Upcoming Events
October 2024
Featuring Tariro Mavondo
WHEN: October 11th 2024, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1 – $30
October 2024
Women of Fire – Melbourne Fringe
WHEN: October 19th 2024, 8:00 pm
WHERE: Queen Vic Women’s Centre, Melbourne CBD
PRICE: Variable… $15-$30
December 2024
Featuring Teagan Webb
WHEN: December 13th 2024, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1 – $30
Want to get involved?
If you are someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting women’s voices or
- Just starting or wanting to perform your spoken word poetry in a safe space,
- A seasoned spoken word performer, or
- A lover of spoken word poetry.
We would love for you to be a part of Mother Tongue…
Be A Featured Artist
We are always on the lookout for inspiring Spoken Word Featured Artists and
Rising Voices.
Open Mic
Our open mic is available for any woman identifying person who wants to share her/their story.
Volunteer
It is our Volunteers which make Mother Tongue happen. Without you, it would all be too much work for us!