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elmisaurus

.the sleeping poet.πŸ”…πŸ”†β˜€.awake.

.an insignificant spec.
.kin with dust.

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Words From Where We Live
This April, we’re opening up a space to write, reflect and find your voice, right here in Longsight.
Over 12 weeks, we’ll explore poetry as a way of telling our stories. The places we know, the people we love, the things we carry. No experience needed.

Facilitated by Elmi Ali, a North-West-based creative whose practice spans writing, directing, facilitating, translation, performance, and education.

Every Friday, 6-8pm
Starting 24th April
The Pavilion, Crowcroft Park, M12 5QY

All welcome. Free to join. Link in bio to register.

Supported by @welovemcrcharity

#wordsfromwherewelive #poetry #longsight #manchester


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1 months ago


Words From Where We Live
This April, we’re opening up a space to write, reflect and find your voice, right here in Longsight.
Over 12 weeks, we’ll explore poetry as a way of telling our stories. The places we know, the people we love, the things we carry. No experience needed.

Facilitated by Elmi Ali, a North-West-based creative whose practice spans writing, directing, facilitating, translation, performance, and education.

Every Friday, 6-8pm
Starting 24th April
The Pavilion, Crowcroft Park, M12 5QY

All welcome. Free to join. Link in bio to register.

Supported by @welovemcrcharity

#wordsfromwherewelive #poetry #longsight #manchester


105
7
1 months ago

Words From Where We Live
This April, we’re opening up a space to write, reflect and find your voice, right here in Longsight.
Over 12 weeks, we’ll explore poetry as a way of telling our stories. The places we know, the people we love, the things we carry. No experience needed.

Facilitated by Elmi Ali, a North-West-based creative whose practice spans writing, directing, facilitating, translation, performance, and education.

Every Friday, 6-8pm
Starting 24th April
The Pavilion, Crowcroft Park, M12 5QY

All welcome. Free to join. Link in bio to register.

Supported by @welovemcrcharity

#wordsfromwherewelive #poetry #longsight #manchester


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7
1 months ago

The wind turns twice a year, and for a thousand years it moved whole worlds across the Indian Ocean.

For our second dinner, we’re gathering around that ocean - East Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, South Asia, the Persian Gulf and the people those waters carried here to Longsight.

Come on Tuesday 14th of April for an evening of food, poetry and conversation. Hosted by Elmi Ali, with food from Hadramout, a Yemeni restaurant just off Wilmslow Road, named for the coastline whose sailors travelled those same routes for centuries.

The evening also marks the launch of Words From Where We Live, a community poetry circle meeting here every Friday at Longsight Art Space.

Entry is free, but spaces are limited so if your plans change, please release your ticket on Eventbrite so someone else can join us. Link is in bio^

Come as you are. Dress in blue. πŸ’™

Part of The Longsight Table: twelve dinners, twelve themes, one community.

Supported by the Westhill Endowment Fund and We Love MCR.


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I'm not a member of the Green Party.
I'm not an activist.
I'm a storyteller β€” and I know a bad plot twist when I see one.

Our constituency had the lowest voter turnout in the entire UK last election. We are one of the most politically abandoned communities in this country.

And now β€” eight weeks before a local election β€” a party committee that does NOT live here wants to remove the one candidate who does. Someone who has lived in Moss Side since childhood. Who spent three years knocking on our doors. Who was hospitalised after a dog attack while campaigning in Baguley β€” and came back.

In the last general election she got nearly 7,000 votes and a 19% swing. In the constituency with the lowest turnout in Britain. People who don't vote β€” voted for her.
And the party she gave everything to wants to drop her. Eight weeks before she could actually win.

I've spent a long time telling the stories of this community. And this one doesn't add up.

You don't get to tell Moss Side who represents us.

You don't know us.

I stand with @thirzaamina4change

Not out of politics.

Out of principle.

Look her up. Make up your own mind.

#MossSide #Manchester #OurCommunity #GreenParty


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2 months ago

I'm not a member of the Green Party.
I'm not an activist.
I'm a storyteller β€” and I know a bad plot twist when I see one.

Our constituency had the lowest voter turnout in the entire UK last election. We are one of the most politically abandoned communities in this country.

And now β€” eight weeks before a local election β€” a party committee that does NOT live here wants to remove the one candidate who does. Someone who has lived in Moss Side since childhood. Who spent three years knocking on our doors. Who was hospitalised after a dog attack while campaigning in Baguley β€” and came back.

In the last general election she got nearly 7,000 votes and a 19% swing. In the constituency with the lowest turnout in Britain. People who don't vote β€” voted for her.
And the party she gave everything to wants to drop her. Eight weeks before she could actually win.

I've spent a long time telling the stories of this community. And this one doesn't add up.

You don't get to tell Moss Side who represents us.

You don't know us.

I stand with @thirzaamina4change

Not out of politics.

Out of principle.

Look her up. Make up your own mind.

#MossSide #Manchester #OurCommunity #GreenParty


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15
2 months ago

I'm not a member of the Green Party.
I'm not an activist.
I'm a storyteller β€” and I know a bad plot twist when I see one.

Our constituency had the lowest voter turnout in the entire UK last election. We are one of the most politically abandoned communities in this country.

And now β€” eight weeks before a local election β€” a party committee that does NOT live here wants to remove the one candidate who does. Someone who has lived in Moss Side since childhood. Who spent three years knocking on our doors. Who was hospitalised after a dog attack while campaigning in Baguley β€” and came back.

In the last general election she got nearly 7,000 votes and a 19% swing. In the constituency with the lowest turnout in Britain. People who don't vote β€” voted for her.
And the party she gave everything to wants to drop her. Eight weeks before she could actually win.

I've spent a long time telling the stories of this community. And this one doesn't add up.

You don't get to tell Moss Side who represents us.

You don't know us.

I stand with @thirzaamina4change

Not out of politics.

Out of principle.

Look her up. Make up your own mind.

#MossSide #Manchester #OurCommunity #GreenParty


72
15
2 months ago

I'm not a member of the Green Party.
I'm not an activist.
I'm a storyteller β€” and I know a bad plot twist when I see one.

Our constituency had the lowest voter turnout in the entire UK last election. We are one of the most politically abandoned communities in this country.

And now β€” eight weeks before a local election β€” a party committee that does NOT live here wants to remove the one candidate who does. Someone who has lived in Moss Side since childhood. Who spent three years knocking on our doors. Who was hospitalised after a dog attack while campaigning in Baguley β€” and came back.

In the last general election she got nearly 7,000 votes and a 19% swing. In the constituency with the lowest turnout in Britain. People who don't vote β€” voted for her.
And the party she gave everything to wants to drop her. Eight weeks before she could actually win.

I've spent a long time telling the stories of this community. And this one doesn't add up.

You don't get to tell Moss Side who represents us.

You don't know us.

I stand with @thirzaamina4change

Not out of politics.

Out of principle.

Look her up. Make up your own mind.

#MossSide #Manchester #OurCommunity #GreenParty


72
15
2 months ago


Your favourite poetry night returns with news and a new line up!

A new date for your diary: the second Wednesday of every month. Our poetry night is moving dates, but everything else stays the same. We’re still reading Other People’s Poetry with our host @j0keon

Now we’re on volume 17, we welcome
@elmisaurus
@davidmullinhere
@kizzzzik
@blair_james_
to share their experience through poetry

put money in thy purse via the link in bio


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3 months ago

WordStream πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Sudan in our Hearts: Thank You. πŸ™πŸ½βœ¨πŸ’›

​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Gramby Community Hub last night for the launch of Sudan in our Hearts!

​Your presence made this inaugural fundraiser, Co-produced by our Barbaarinta Barbaarta Young People. Beyond raising vital funds, we began a crucial conversation to boost grassroots awareness and bring our community together.

​This is just the start! We pledge to keep Sudan in our Hearts throughout 2026. Lookout for more details here and signup to our news letter.

A big thank you to all our artists, young people, volunteers and all our guests who made last night possible.

​Jazakum Allah Alf Khair! 🫢🏽
πŸ“Έ @rehanwjamil

#wordstream #numbiarts #sudan #londonpoetry blackculturematters


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5 months ago

WordStream πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Sudan in our Hearts: Thank You. πŸ™πŸ½βœ¨πŸ’›

​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Gramby Community Hub last night for the launch of Sudan in our Hearts!

​Your presence made this inaugural fundraiser, Co-produced by our Barbaarinta Barbaarta Young People. Beyond raising vital funds, we began a crucial conversation to boost grassroots awareness and bring our community together.

​This is just the start! We pledge to keep Sudan in our Hearts throughout 2026. Lookout for more details here and signup to our news letter.

A big thank you to all our artists, young people, volunteers and all our guests who made last night possible.

​Jazakum Allah Alf Khair! 🫢🏽
πŸ“Έ @rehanwjamil

#wordstream #numbiarts #sudan #londonpoetry blackculturematters


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8
5 months ago

WordStream πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Sudan in our Hearts: Thank You. πŸ™πŸ½βœ¨πŸ’›

​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Gramby Community Hub last night for the launch of Sudan in our Hearts!

​Your presence made this inaugural fundraiser, Co-produced by our Barbaarinta Barbaarta Young People. Beyond raising vital funds, we began a crucial conversation to boost grassroots awareness and bring our community together.

​This is just the start! We pledge to keep Sudan in our Hearts throughout 2026. Lookout for more details here and signup to our news letter.

A big thank you to all our artists, young people, volunteers and all our guests who made last night possible.

​Jazakum Allah Alf Khair! 🫢🏽
πŸ“Έ @rehanwjamil

#wordstream #numbiarts #sudan #londonpoetry blackculturematters


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8
5 months ago

WordStream πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Sudan in our Hearts: Thank You. πŸ™πŸ½βœ¨πŸ’›

​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Gramby Community Hub last night for the launch of Sudan in our Hearts!

​Your presence made this inaugural fundraiser, Co-produced by our Barbaarinta Barbaarta Young People. Beyond raising vital funds, we began a crucial conversation to boost grassroots awareness and bring our community together.

​This is just the start! We pledge to keep Sudan in our Hearts throughout 2026. Lookout for more details here and signup to our news letter.

A big thank you to all our artists, young people, volunteers and all our guests who made last night possible.

​Jazakum Allah Alf Khair! 🫢🏽
πŸ“Έ @rehanwjamil

#wordstream #numbiarts #sudan #londonpoetry blackculturematters


122
8
5 months ago

WordStream πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Sudan in our Hearts: Thank You. πŸ™πŸ½βœ¨πŸ’›

​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Gramby Community Hub last night for the launch of Sudan in our Hearts!

​Your presence made this inaugural fundraiser, Co-produced by our Barbaarinta Barbaarta Young People. Beyond raising vital funds, we began a crucial conversation to boost grassroots awareness and bring our community together.

​This is just the start! We pledge to keep Sudan in our Hearts throughout 2026. Lookout for more details here and signup to our news letter.

A big thank you to all our artists, young people, volunteers and all our guests who made last night possible.

​Jazakum Allah Alf Khair! 🫢🏽
πŸ“Έ @rehanwjamil

#wordstream #numbiarts #sudan #londonpoetry blackculturematters


122
8
5 months ago

WordStream πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Sudan in our Hearts: Thank You. πŸ™πŸ½βœ¨πŸ’›

​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Gramby Community Hub last night for the launch of Sudan in our Hearts!

​Your presence made this inaugural fundraiser, Co-produced by our Barbaarinta Barbaarta Young People. Beyond raising vital funds, we began a crucial conversation to boost grassroots awareness and bring our community together.

​This is just the start! We pledge to keep Sudan in our Hearts throughout 2026. Lookout for more details here and signup to our news letter.

A big thank you to all our artists, young people, volunteers and all our guests who made last night possible.

​Jazakum Allah Alf Khair! 🫢🏽
πŸ“Έ @rehanwjamil

#wordstream #numbiarts #sudan #londonpoetry blackculturematters


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8
5 months ago


THIS FRIDAY: WORDSTREAM β€” SUDAN IN OUR HEARTS

Our final WordStream of the year is almost here, and the lineup is something special.

Swipe to meet the artists joining us for an evening of poetry, comedy, live music, and community:

⭐ Amaal Adan
⭐ Imruh Bakari
⭐ Hosted by @thezakahmed & @elmisaurus
🎢 Music from Salah Hariri, Qaid & friends

πŸ“… 12 December
πŸ•• 6–9PM
πŸ“ Granby Community Hub, 37 St Matthew’s Row, E2 6DT

Traditional Somali & Sudanese food will be served.
All proceeds support grassroots Sudan relief.

🎟️ Book your ticket now, Β£5 πŸ‘†πŸΎlink in our bio.

Don’t wait!!! The last one of the year always fills fast.
See you Friday, Numbi Family. πŸ’œ

#WordStream #NumbiArts #Sudan #poetrynight #somalia


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5 months ago

THIS FRIDAY: WORDSTREAM β€” SUDAN IN OUR HEARTS

Our final WordStream of the year is almost here, and the lineup is something special.

Swipe to meet the artists joining us for an evening of poetry, comedy, live music, and community:

⭐ Amaal Adan
⭐ Imruh Bakari
⭐ Hosted by @thezakahmed & @elmisaurus
🎢 Music from Salah Hariri, Qaid & friends

πŸ“… 12 December
πŸ•• 6–9PM
πŸ“ Granby Community Hub, 37 St Matthew’s Row, E2 6DT

Traditional Somali & Sudanese food will be served.
All proceeds support grassroots Sudan relief.

🎟️ Book your ticket now, Β£5 πŸ‘†πŸΎlink in our bio.

Don’t wait!!! The last one of the year always fills fast.
See you Friday, Numbi Family. πŸ’œ

#WordStream #NumbiArts #Sudan #poetrynight #somalia


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6
5 months ago

THIS FRIDAY: WORDSTREAM β€” SUDAN IN OUR HEARTS

Our final WordStream of the year is almost here, and the lineup is something special.

Swipe to meet the artists joining us for an evening of poetry, comedy, live music, and community:

⭐ Amaal Adan
⭐ Imruh Bakari
⭐ Hosted by @thezakahmed & @elmisaurus
🎢 Music from Salah Hariri, Qaid & friends

πŸ“… 12 December
πŸ•• 6–9PM
πŸ“ Granby Community Hub, 37 St Matthew’s Row, E2 6DT

Traditional Somali & Sudanese food will be served.
All proceeds support grassroots Sudan relief.

🎟️ Book your ticket now, Β£5 πŸ‘†πŸΎlink in our bio.

Don’t wait!!! The last one of the year always fills fast.
See you Friday, Numbi Family. πŸ’œ

#WordStream #NumbiArts #Sudan #poetrynight #somalia


115
6
5 months ago

THIS FRIDAY: WORDSTREAM β€” SUDAN IN OUR HEARTS

Our final WordStream of the year is almost here, and the lineup is something special.

Swipe to meet the artists joining us for an evening of poetry, comedy, live music, and community:

⭐ Amaal Adan
⭐ Imruh Bakari
⭐ Hosted by @thezakahmed & @elmisaurus
🎢 Music from Salah Hariri, Qaid & friends

πŸ“… 12 December
πŸ•• 6–9PM
πŸ“ Granby Community Hub, 37 St Matthew’s Row, E2 6DT

Traditional Somali & Sudanese food will be served.
All proceeds support grassroots Sudan relief.

🎟️ Book your ticket now, Β£5 πŸ‘†πŸΎlink in our bio.

Don’t wait!!! The last one of the year always fills fast.
See you Friday, Numbi Family. πŸ’œ

#WordStream #NumbiArts #Sudan #poetrynight #somalia


115
6
5 months ago

THIS FRIDAY: WORDSTREAM β€” SUDAN IN OUR HEARTS

Our final WordStream of the year is almost here, and the lineup is something special.

Swipe to meet the artists joining us for an evening of poetry, comedy, live music, and community:

⭐ Amaal Adan
⭐ Imruh Bakari
⭐ Hosted by @thezakahmed & @elmisaurus
🎢 Music from Salah Hariri, Qaid & friends

πŸ“… 12 December
πŸ•• 6–9PM
πŸ“ Granby Community Hub, 37 St Matthew’s Row, E2 6DT

Traditional Somali & Sudanese food will be served.
All proceeds support grassroots Sudan relief.

🎟️ Book your ticket now, Β£5 πŸ‘†πŸΎlink in our bio.

Don’t wait!!! The last one of the year always fills fast.
See you Friday, Numbi Family. πŸ’œ

#WordStream #NumbiArts #Sudan #poetrynight #somalia


115
6
5 months ago

WORDSTREAM: Sudan in Our Hearts πŸ’›β€οΈβ€πŸ”₯

Friday 12th Dec we gather for our final WordStream of 2025. A special edition co-produced with our Numbi youth cohort, honouring Sudan through poetry, comedy, music, and community.

Expect:
✨ Amaal Adan
✨ Imruh Bakari
✨ Hosted by Zak Ahmed & Elmi Ali
✨ Qaraami + Somali & Sudanese sounds from Salah Hariri, Qaid & friends
✨ Traditional food in a warm, creative space
✨ Fundraiser for grassroots Sudan relief

Our open mic welcomes voices of all kinds in a warm and intergenerational space. Bring your words. Bring your people. All are welcome.

πŸ“… Fri 12 Dec | πŸ•• 6–9PM
πŸ“ Granby Community Hub, 37 St Matthew’s Row, London E2 6DT
🎟️ Book your ticket now only Β£5 β€” link in our bio.

#poetrynight #SomaliArts #sudan #WordStream #numbiarts


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5 months ago


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Hamid Ali Naqeebi Qawwal @salaam.festival


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