Here and now - Jesuit Social Services

Participants who attend the English Language Support program for asylum seekers in Sunshine and the Language for Life English classes in St Albans, attended an art workshop run by artist Trudy Cook on Monday 27th April at the our Artful Dodgers Studio.

Participants helped to produce a collective artwork that will be displayed at the ‘Here and Now’ exhibition. The exhibition will display stories, photos and artwork completed by participants.

The exhibition runs from 15th May to 12th June so make sure you get along!

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