Imagination Without Borders

Stories and Supper was founded in East London in early 2017. We want to challenge the negative headlines about refugees while bringing people together over delicious food. I started volunteering with this Charity in 2018 when I moved to London. A friend recommended it because I was homesick and didn't know how to handle the feeling. Since then, I have been taking part in workshops, suppers and events. I had the opportunity to take portraits for their two books. They are my community.

This series is part of an exhibition during Refugee Week 2023.
Visit Back to Ours Cafe in Leytonstone at Good Shepherd Studios.
From 17th to 25th June.
Cafe opening hours: M-F 7.30-4 | Sat 8-4 | Sun 8.30-3

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BTS of how it was and opening day.

Thanks to everyone that contributed to making this possible.

Opening day

Thanks to Aaron from Raw Canvas who gave us an excellent support and advice

Making of the exhibition

Waltham Forest Council

We gave an interview to the council about this project during refugee week and what it means to be part of Stories and Supper.

Helen, Mohamed Alie and I were part of this video.

Thanks for the support.