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Fuse Festival (Victoria)
- Justin White
- Justin McDonald
- Justin Holland
- Justin Hinder
- Justin Braine
- Justin Andrews
- Junebum Park
- June Welsby
- Julius Metzger
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"Interview with Astrid Edwards" Astrid Edwards is a writer, publisher, lecturer, podcast host and disability advocate. Interview Summary Astrid Edwards, a former teacher and policy consultant, discusses in the interview how she pivoted her career towards writing and literature after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 32, inspiring her to focus on work she loves. Astrid talks about writing at RMIT University, working with a diverse cohort of students, (many of whom have disabilities or are writing about trauma), which she finds rewarding. Though her work includes advocacy roles and a focus on disability, she does not wish to be defined solely by her illness, emphasizing the importance of allowing disabled individuals the freedom to explore and create beyond their disabilities. Currently, Astrid says she is a judge for the Stella Prize and discusses exploring a potential PhD about publishing and climate fiction, expressing a passion for addressing climate change within her work. -
"Interview with Jeremy Hawkes" Jeremy Hawkes is a multidisciplinary artist working in sculpture, drawing, painting and photography as well as being a writer, educator and disability arts leader. Interview Summary Jeremy Hawkes, a visual artist, opened up about his life and identity during his interview. After a debilitating workplace accident, he had to reimagine his sculptural practice due to his acquired disability and ventured into drawing, which helped him cope with multiple operations and diagnoses. Jeremy's art explores themes of identity and the interconnectedness between the macro and the micro, drawing inspiration from neurobiology and medical imagery. Despite his struggles, Jeremy commits to his studio daily, aims for success without fear, and advocates for greater visibility and opportunities for artists with disabilities. - Julie McNamara
- Julie Mc
- Julie Forsyth
- Julie Dyer
- Julianne O’Brien
- Julian White
- Julian Mclucas
- Julian Martin
- Julia McHale
- Julia Manning
- Julia Higgs
- Judy Phillips
- Judy Anderson
- Jude Fraser