The neighbour’s
garden

This project was created as an initiative to centre overlooked histories and amplify marginalised women’s voices through poetry

Funded by:

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Arts Council of England
Baobab Community Fund
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about

Manjot Dhaliwal, is a writer, researcher and facilitator. She created the neighbour's garden to highlight overlooked histories and amplify women’s voices. 

I specialise in designing and facilitating research informed creative spaces for women. I offer curriculum development, consultancy, programming and facilitation services.  Get in touch for more information. 

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Zine: Re-membering South Asian Feminist Poetics

Thank you to everyone who contributed. Click below to read the zine.

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upcoming Events

Last summer, our programming centred re-membering South Asian feminist poetics.

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    Poetry and Art Workshop Series

    This three part workshop series will cover collage, textiles and print making. We will be using art to explore themes of feminist poetics.

    Sat 21 June, Sat 28 June, Sat 5 July
    Cornerstone Community Centre, Hove

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PAst Events

Last summer, our programming centred re-membering South Asian feminist poetics.

  • Text overlay on a colorful background reads 'Re-Membering South Asian Feminist Poetics' with a subtitle 'Poetry and Art Workshop Series'.

    Poetry and Art Workshop Series

    This three part workshop series will cover collage, textiles and print making. We will be using art to explore themes of feminist poetics.

    Sat 21 June, Sat 28 June, Sat 5 July
    Cornerstone Community Centre, Hove

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  • Poster for the Re-Remembering South Asian Feminist Poetics Poetry Festival on August 2nd, 2025, featuring colorful floral and geometric designs.

    South Asian Women's Poetry Festival

    Join me for a celebration of the poetry project 'Re-membering South Asian feminist poetics'. Featuring an incredible line up of talented poets and artists this all festival features poetry, textiles, photography and more!

    Sat 2 August
    OPEN Southall Arts Centre, Southall

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  • Flyer for a poetry workshop titled 'Re-remembering South Asian Feminist Poetics,' scheduled for July 19th, 2025, at Southall Library and Dominion Centre from 11 am to 4 pm, featuring decorative floral and geometric patterns.

    Space, Place and Refusal Poetry Workshop

    Join me for a friendly and inclusive community poetry workshop focused on South Asian women's poetry. Find your voice in poetry. Learn about South Asian feminist poetics.

    Sat 19 July
    Southall Library, Southall

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    An Evening of Poetry and Music

    Celebrate the fierce, the tender, and the transformative power of words and sound at The Neighbour's Garden - an unforgettable evening honouring the rich traditions and bold futures of South Asian feminist expression.

    Tues 29 July
    Fabrica, Brighton

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  • Poster for South Asian Feminist Poetics poetry exhibition from July 30th to August 3rd, 2025, at The Project Space, Phoenix Art Space, Brighton, UK. Features decorative floral and geometric patterns.

    Feminist Poetics Poetry Exhibition

    This interactive exhibition showcases South Asian feminist poetics, featuring the themes of space, place and refusal.

    30 July - 3 August
    Phoenix Art Space, Brighton

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If you’d like to work with me or participate in any way with this project, I’d love to hear from you.

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Or email me on: feministpoetryproject@gmail.com

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