Hosted by celebrated Birmingham-based spoken word artist Amerah Saleh, Boiling Point invites audiences on both days to gather around the “the kitchen table or living room” for a unique discussion that explores the politics, fissures and optimistic possibilities of our world.

Designed as a cosy space for everyone to see, hear and share their truths freely. This unique talk will span tender reflections, impassioned debate and beyond in a homely environment, allowing everyone present to be both audience and participant.

Artist Bios

Amerah Saleh is a spoken word artist born and bred from Birmingham. Her Muslim Yemeni roots give her space to get lost and found on multiple occasions between identity. She is the Co-Founder of Verve Poetry Press. Amerah has performed all around Europe and has released her first collection called I Am Not From Here in April 2018. Her work touches on identity, womanhood, religion and the obscure idea of belonging only to one place.

Muneera Pilgrim is a Poet, Cultural Producer, Writer, Broadcaster and she was recently awarded a 5 year theatre writing residency with Bristol Old Vic. To add to her accolades, she is a TEDx Speaker, and a WOW Festival Speaker with international acclaim. She conducts workshops, shares art, guest lectures, hosts, and finds alternative ways to educate and exchange ideas while focusing on methodologies of empowerment for non-centered people. At heart, Muneera is a storyteller, concerned with telling stories to disrupt mainstream narratives of non-centered people globally and to beautify truths that are rarely told. 

Shabnam Nasimi is a public historian, writer and digital storyteller exploring Afghanistan’s forgotten histories and its Persianate past. Her work combines rigorous research with accessible storytelling, reaching global audiences across social media. She is the co-founder of the Friends of Afghan Women Network, a policy advocate on migration and women’s rights, and a former Home Office special policy advisor.