maokwo

 
 

founder and creative director

Laura is the founder and Creative Director of Maokwo – an organisation using art as a form of activism to bring about positive change. It advocates for better inclusion across the cultural sector, increasing the visibility of migrant artists and using its platform to influence policy and generate opportunities for underrepresented creatives working in visual and performing arts.

At the heart of Maokwo’s mission is a commitment to women, community engagement, championing unheard voices, minoritising artists, tackling discrimination, and creatively nurturing young creatives.

maokwo’s programmes and projects overview

YXNG & GXFTD

to give young people a voice to make changes in spaces they don't seem themselves.

fusion artist network

to provide a platform for artists and help them connect with potential partners.

Girl on Fire

To provide women with encouragement, well being support, networking and opportunities.

writing the journey

to enable migrant women and young people to tell their stories authentically.

Young Leadership programme

to Enable migrant artists to develop & establish their creative practice.

Mbereko

to support sanctuary seeking women and the everyday challenges they face.