by Solene | Mar 28, 2020 | Articles Beyond Borders
It’s funny how your mind tends to take you to places you really really don’t want to explore. Or perhaps funny isn’t the word. I don’t know when I’ll see my family again becomes; I don’t know if I’ll ever see my family again. Hang on, what if I never see them...
by Solene | Mar 22, 2020 | Articles Beyond Borders
A couple of days ago, Australia announced that only citizens, residents, and immediate family would be allowed to enter the country. I gasped at the news. The knots in my stomach tightened. There I was, officially stuck on the other side of the world. What else could...
by Solene | Feb 8, 2020 | Articles Beyond Borders
Melbourne Street Art “You don’t belong here,” whispers the critical voice in my head. “Look around, these people are older than you, wiser than you, better than you.” I wonder what they make of me, the only women in the boardroom. If I were to hazard a...
by Solene | Jan 23, 2020 | Articles Beyond Borders
On 20 December 2019, I hosted my first ever art & poetry exhibition. The theme was: ‘We Belong Everywhere’ and it turned out to be one of the most incredible moments of my life to date. About 40 people came, mainly friends and family, supporters from near...
by Solene | Aug 11, 2019 | Articles Beyond Borders
Living abroad is a dream for many. Influencers have made it look unbelievably fancy and easy. Don’t get me wrong, I am all for democratising travel and do believe that it is a force for good that has the power to make the world a more tolerant, accepting, and peaceful...
