Emily, Femigami Founder, pictured next to her favourite beach hut!.
“My journey into the world of paper-folding started after a diagnosis of generalised anxiety disorder and later ADHD. I found origami had a soothing effect on me, with the rhythmic process leading me into a 'flow' state which eased my busy mind.
I started teaching friends how to fold various designs including what some people may consider ‘taboo’ body parts such as vulvas and penises. To my surprise, making and decorating these unconventional paper creations wasn’t only fun, it helped us talk more openly about our bodies and wellbeing.
Nowadays, you'll find me sharing the joys of feminist origami making with a wide variety of groups at places such as galleries, festivals, universities, and libraries. Through my Femigami workshops, I aim to promote the importance of intersectional feminism and weave connections across all genders and generations, while honouring the roots of this ancient art-form.
In 2022 I created the first feminist origami instruction kit. I am also a trained mindfulness practitioner and set up Pocket Mindfulness With Emily in 2024.”
Emily, Femigami Founder (She/her)
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"Femigami made for a fabulous afternoon, Emily was thoughtful about the type of event we needed, sensitive to embodiment and wellbeing, and not least fun to have host our workshop session! Thank you, Emily!."— Dr Roxanne Douglas, Centre for the Study of Women & Gender, University of Warwick