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Afua Hirsch
Afua Hirsch

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Afua Hirsch is a British writer, broadcaster, and best-selling author who explores race, identity, and injustice through impactful writing and documentaries. Today, she continues to share powerful narratives and advocate for human rights.

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Writers’ Retreat in Bali

15–25 October 2026

Write alongside Afua Hirsch, Yomi Ṣode and Mallence Bart-Williams at a serene eco lodge at the foot of Mount Batukaru.

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Decolonising My Body

A Radical Exploration of Rituals & Beauty

From The Sundays Times bestselling author of Brit(ish)

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Brit(ish): On Race, Identity and Belonging

Where are you really from?

You’re British. Your parents are British. You were raised in Britain. Your partner, your children and most of your friends are British. So why do people keep asking you where you are from?

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Writers’ Retreat in Bali

A private literary retreat with Afua Hirsch, Yomi Ṣode and Mallence Bart-Williams at an eco lodge in the Balinese rainforest, taking in the Ubud Readers & Writers Festival.

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Benjamin Zephaniah Community Lecture 2026

Afua is the guest of the 2026 Benjamin Zephaniah Community Lecture, an annual series organised by the University of Birmingham’s Race Equality Network to celebrate the life and work of Benjamin Zephaniah. Afua will be in conversation, followed by an audience Q&A. The lecture takes place on Wednesday 4 November at the Bramall Music Building […]

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This came around fast! 😮 Join me for a unique in conversation with President Obama in Manchester this Thursday… Presented by @seatunique To book your tickets, click the link in bio or visit @faneproductions ✨
Do you crave silence, creativity, inspiration, and sacred beauty? Join us at the foot of one of Bali’s most magical volcanos, as we gather in luxurious accommodation, heal in glorious nature, and write in one of the most peaceful places on earth. Whether you have been nurturing an idea that needs time and support, whether you’re already a writer who craves space to focus, or whether you just want to rest and tap into your creative genius, this retreat is for you. Expect writing sessions with world class writers, lovingly made local food, wellness and healing, and access to one of the most exciting literary festivals in the world The Writer’s Portal, a truly one of a kind writing retreat Last remaining place! Link in bio @yomi_sode @mallence @ubudwritersfest @dor.ottya Blood of Aurora podcast See you there! Link in bio ✨✍🏽✨
The normalisation of Zionism, to the point where critiquing it is seen as antisemitic, has been catastrophic. Zionism is at its root a profoundly antisemitic movement as well as an anti-Palestinian one. But the Jewish tradition of anti-Zionism is older than Zionism itself. Silencing those voices has been an important part of the Israeli colonial settler state, and its legitimising in the world’s eyes. Grateful to @benjaminfmoser for writing this book It’s out this week. Read it!
There was this beautiful, palpable moment on stage at Toronto International Film Festival after the screening of @mugangalefilm. We had just watched incredible performances by actors, depicting the story of Dr Denis Mukwege and the women of @panzifoundation, more than 80,000 survivors of sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Then the real Dr Denis Mukwege entered the stage. I heard an audible gasp from the audience at seeing him in the flesh, and the realisation of how real, and true this story is. A story about what is happening to African women’s bodies and how the world has not cared. An unforgettable night with @drdenismukwege, director @mariehroux @creativeafricanexus AND special guests @davidoyelowo and @danaigurira - a powerhouse of African storytelling! Wearing @korlekie Ishanti Maxi Skirt and Oré top 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭 I could feel every fibre ld the love and craft that went jnto this outfit Styling by @emilyjdavies See my glam team? Obsessed Make up @misstbeauty Hair @janetjacksonhairstylist My first @tiff_net !
This film addresses two of the most important questions about sexual violence in eastern Congo How can we look away from a war on women’s bodies, if this magnitude? Last year, in one 9 month period more than 80,000 reported cases alone. Numbers hard to comprehend And, what can we do? Muganga is adapted from the true story of Dr Denis Mukwege - who has treated that number of women and been demanding our attention for over three decades Do not look away from this story Im so grateful to @davidoyelowo and @danaigurira for showing up for this crucial film and conversation, along with director @mariehroux and @creativeafricanexus at @tiff_net For more info, link in bio ✨
To bring back Ali G at this moment is quite a choice But the truth is there was never a good time This shit felt outdated 25 years ago 🤷🏽‍♀️ Read my full piece - link in bio

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