·S5 E9
S5, E9 Jane Thakoordin | Creativity and mental health specialist and participatory artist
Episode Description
In this episode, we meet Jane Thakoordin -a Birmingham-based participatory artist of British and Guyanese heritage whose textile practice weaves together mental health, social justice, and co-production. Using repurposed materials and collaborative making, Jane creates powerful works that challenge systems and celebrate resilience.
Founder of Birmingham Artivistas and member of the MIXED RAGE Collective, Jane’s projects - including the Grenfell Memorial Quilt, Sewing Solidarity, and Library of the Brain - blend craft with political commentary and emotional depth. With a background in visual arts and social work, she bridges creativity and care through trauma-informed, intergenerational practice.
Tune in to explore how textiles become tools for activism, healing, and community connection.
Episode recorded on 18 July 2025
Website: www.janethakoordin.com
Instagram: @janethakoordin_ | @mixedrage
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