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Kinaya Said Ibrahim

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Project Manager

Originally from France and now rooted in Manchester, Kinaya's work spans residencies and open access events, using a holistic approach to create safer and accessible spaces for all. Recent Brighter Sound projects she has worked on include week-long residencies led by artists Nubya Garcia, Karen Nyame KG and Wu-Lu, and a series of open access events hosted by BBC Radio 1's Victoria Jane.

Kinaya has a degree in Art Administration from La Sorbonne Nouvelle, Paris. She’s also a very good barista.

Currently Listening to:
IOTA by Lous and The Yakuza
Record on Repeat:
Madlib by Sound Ancestors 
Memorable Gig:
Richard Dawson at The Fire Station in Sunderland (2022)

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    Project Coordinator
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    Senior Programme Manager
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    Director
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