Mother Tongue is an organisation passionate about Amplifying and Equipping womens voices including gender diverse individuals who align with womanhood.
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
Fleassy Malay
Katie Lohner
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!
Upcoming Events
MAY 2026
Rising Voices Workshop: Embodying Words for Stage
Tariro Mavondo
WHEN: Sundy 31 May, 1:30 pm
WHERE: Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub, Ivanhoe, Vic
PRICE: $20-$25
JUNE 2026
Jesse Echo
Feature Artist
WHEN: 12 June 2026, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1-$30
AUGUST 2026
Hawraa Kash
Feature Artist
WHEN: 14 August 2026, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1-$30
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