Jeni Be creates and collaborates to connect. Her practice seeks to disrupt and imagine alternatives to the current state of things. Drawing on asset-based community development, punk DIY philosophy and deep listening practice, her work reflects her belief in the power of art to create beautiful change together, in partnership. Interwoven and alongside her artistic practice, she works in child rights advocacy and programming for the UN and, occasionally, in film production. Jeni is experienced in appreciating the natural voice and exploring ways to approach and enjoy collective singing and performance. She has received tuition in extended vocal technique, the operatic voice, enhanced creative facilitation and influence & rapport with audiences, including through Meredith Monk's The House Foundation. She sings and performs with Musarc, with her queer fam F*Choir, on her bike and with bands including Jenny Moore’s Mystic Business and Trash Kit. Jeni writes poetry and sometimes shares it.