Representation - Afro Swiss Persons In Public Forum Pt. 1
A selection of Afro-Swiss persons in public forums spaces. This forms part of an ongoing collage project highlighting and sharing of Afro-Swiss persons innovating, breaking ground in their respective fields.
There is an importance and power in visible mirrors, not only should our children see themselves in the books, movies and music they consume. They should also see themselves reflected and mirrored in creatives, athletes, politicians, scholars in broader society. And so listed below in alphabetical order, click on names to visit their websites or learn more of their biographies and work.
Angélique Beldner - Radio & Television Journalist, Presenter
Anita Maïmouna Neuhaus - Dancer & Performance Artist
Burni Amani - Rapper, Musician
Damien Hauser - Filmaker
Fabienne Louves - Actor, Dancer, Musician
Mandy Abou Shoak - Academic, Human Rights Professional, Writer
Marc Sway - Singer, Musician
Manuel Akanji - Footballer
Mujinga Kambundji - Athlete
Rachel Mbon - Film Director
Rahel El Maawi - Academic, Social Scientist, Writer
Ricardo Lumengo - Politician
Salomé Kora - Athlete
Sarah Akanji - Football Player, Politician
Simon Njami - Academic, Art Critic, Curator, Writer
Sarah Atcho - Athlete
Whitney Toyloy - Model, Former Miss Switzerland
William Bejedi - Filmmaker, Musician
This is simply a selection and we are aware there are many others that have come before, are going through and will come to be - we look forward to learning and sharing their stories.
