“Our students and staff can not stop raving about Mitch and Lele. They were fabulous! They were engaging, easy going, generous, inspirational, energetic and could read an audience so well. We could not be happier.” - Merbein P10 College
Voice of Lele is more than a performer — she is a powerful storyteller and cultural educator who brings her lived experience as a West Papuan refugee to the stage and classroom.
A singer-songwriter, refugee advocate and proud West Papuan woman, she uses music, culture and storytelling to create meaningful learning experiences that explore identity, resilience and belonging. Her work has taken her to major stages and festivals around the world, and she has collaborated on cultural exchange programs that empower young people through music and storytelling.
Program Overview:
An engaging education program that blends music, storytelling and cultural exchange.
Drawing on lived experience, the program introduces students to the refugee journey and explores themes of identity, family, resilience and belonging.
Sessions are interactive and reflective, encouraging curiosity, discussion and creative expression while helping students build cultural understanding and empathy.
Programs can be delivered in a range of formats and tailored for different age groups and learning outcomes.
What Students Experience:
Students experience an engaging and interactive session combining storytelling, music and cultural learning.
Sessions may include:
• An introduction to the refugee journey
• Cultural education through traditional songs, dance and stories
• Honest reflections on migration, identity and family
• Insights into refugee experiences in Australia
• Activities that encourage empathy, discussion and creative expression
Whether performing for a gymnasium full of school students or speaking to a university cohort, the program creates safe spaces for curiosity, connection and cultural understanding.
Curriculum Links:
Programs support key areas of the Australian Curriculum including:
- Creative and Performing Arts
- Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)
- Human Society and Its Environment
- Wellbeing and Social Emotional Learning
- Intercultural Understanding
- Diversity and Inclusion
Suitable For:
- Early Childhood
- Primary Schools
- Secondary Schools
- Universities
- Community groups
Workshops can be adapted for different age groups and learning environments.