WORDS OUT
** Warning - content Includes reference to sexual assault and sexual abuse**
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WORDS OUT was a series of creative writing workshops led by artists and musicians Paige Duggan, Geoff Hassall and George Williams. Survivors, friends and family were supported to reflect, share and listen, writing songs and spoken word pieces to tell the stories of their lives and lead the creative process in new directions.
A launch event held on Saturday 26 June 2pm at the Art Gallery of Ballarat celebrated their work, presenting performances and music videos that strengthen, transform and uplift. Below are the two videos that were created through the collaborative efforts of the Words Out group. Individual artists also presented work at the launch event.
WORDS OUT - Dear Memorial
WORDS OUT - Walk With Me
Please note: Participants at all sessions were supported with professional services provided by the Ballarat Centre Against Sexual Assault and/or other trained sexual abuse support workers. All artists were been trained in Trauma Informed Principles and will be supported to create a safe space for participants throughout the delivery of the project. All participants retain the right to remain anonymous in their participation.
This project is part of Continuous Voices
Continuous Voices is a project that connects trauma and creativity to stand for change and resistance against sexual assault and sexual abuse. The project acknowledges the courage of those who have stood for change and provides hope for these continuous voices to be heard. The project will work towards creating a public space in Ballarat to reflect. The shape of this space and memorial will be determined through creative collaborations with community.