
Mother Tongue is an organisation passionate about
Amplifying and Equipping the voices of women, and gender diverse people who feel “woman” is part of their identity.




A place for Passionate, Powerful, Vulnerable and Honest stories through written word, poetry and spoken word.
It stands aside from, most Spoken Word events in its depth and authenticity.
Hosted & run by Fleassy Malay & Katie Lohner

Upcoming Events
March 2025
Feature Artist TBC
WHEN: March 14th 2025, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1 – $30

May 2025
Feature Artist TBC
WHEN: May 9th 2025, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1-$30

July 2025
Feature Artist
WHEN: July 11th 2025, 7:30 pm
WHERE: St Andrews Alphington / Fairfield Uniting Church, Fairfield, Vic
PRICE: Variable… $1 – $30

Want to get involved?
If you are someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting women’s voices or
- Just starting or wanting to perform your spoken word poetry in a safe space,
- A seasoned spoken word performer, or
- A lover of spoken word poetry.
We would love for you to be a part of Mother Tongue…
Be A Featured Artist
We are always on the lookout for inspiring Spoken Word Featured Artists and
Rising Voices.
Open Mic
Our open mic is available for any woman identifying person who wants to share her/their story.
Volunteer
It is our Volunteers which make Mother Tongue happen. Without you, it would all be too much work for us!