Juno is proud to present If You Listen, You Might Hear, an exhibition and fundraiser showcasing the creativity and perspectives of women, trans, and gender-diverse people connected with Juno and Women and Mentoring (WAM).
Developed through a series of facilitated writing workshops led by author and survivor advocate Sonia Orchard, the exhibition brings together works shaped by participants’ experiences, reflections, and imaginations. It creates space for people who have experienced family violence, homelessness, incarceration and other forms of adversity to share their stories on their own terms, shifting the focus away from defining people by those experiences and towards recognising their individuality, creativity, insight, and agency.
If You Listen, You Might Hear recognises lived experience and the power of creative expression to foster connection and challenge assumptions. It offers participants the opportunity to see their work valued and shared publicly, and to celebrate this achievement alongside the family, friends, organisations, and communities that have supported them.
Held during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, the exhibition contributes to broader conversations about gender-based violence while centring the voices and achievements of participants. It creates space for connection, recognition, and pride, seeing people not only for what they have overcome, but for what they create, share, and bring to the world.
The exhibition will also raise critical funds to support Juno’s ongoing work providing practical assistance to people in our community experiencing significant hardship.
What: If You Listen, You Might Hear writing exhibition and fundraiser
When: November 26 to December 9 (Opening night Thursday Nov 26, 6-8pm)
Where: DoAble community art space, 28 Oakover Rd Preston 3072
Tickets: Please RSVP to attend the Opening Night, there are free and pay as you feel options available
Access: The DoAble Gallery entrance is accessible by ramp and there is a wheelchair accessible all gender restroom available on site. Please let us know if you have any other access requirements.
About Juno: Juno is an independent, feminist organisation that provides support and advocacy to women, trans, and gender diverse people in Melbourne’s northern suburbs who are experiencing homelessness, family violence, and economic insecurity. For more information visit www.juno.org.au or email tess@juno.org.au.
Content care notice: Some works in this exhibition explore experiences of family violence, homelessness, trauma, and loss. These pieces may contain confronting or emotionally challenging content. Please take care of yourself as you engage with the works,
If You Listen, You Might Hear has been made possible through a partnership with Melbourne Airport, Housing First, and Safe + Equal. The exhibition opening night event is generously sponsored by Konpira Maru, NON, Heaps Normal, Bobby, and TINA
Direct donations can also be made via GiveNow: https://www.givenow.com.au/cr/if-you-listen-you-might-hear-exhibition-and-fundraiser
Juno respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and ongoing Custodians of the land on which this event takes place. We recognise their enduring connection to Country, culture, and community, and honour the strength, knowledge, and cultural wisdom that continue to be held and shared across generations. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.
