The Power of Softness: Shishani on Art, Identity, and Connection

In the inaugural re-launch episode of Voices of Solidarity, host Alex Storer in London welcomes Shishani, Namibian-born singer, songwriter, producer, and activist from her home in Amsterdam.Together they explore identity, belonging, creativity, and the power of art to build connection across differences. Shishani reflects on growing up between cultures, using music as a form of healing and activism, and why softness may be one of the most powerful forces for change in a divided world.Topics include:• Art as activism• LGBTQIA+ community and solidarity• Identity and belonging• Colonial history and social justice• Building connection across differencesVoices of Solidarity is a podcast celebrating the stories, ideas, and experiences that strengthen LGBTQIA+ communities and human rights movements around the world.Because every story is a thread. And together, we weave the tapestry.Learn more at OurPride.org. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ourpride.substack.com