8 March – 8 June 2026
theDock Centre for Social Impact
300-722 Cormorant St, Victoria, BC
M-F 8:30am-5:00pm
About the Artist:
Munira (they/she) is a Victoria-based photographer and visual storyteller whose work is deeply rooted in lived experience, connection, and community. A migrant and person of color, Munira brings a global perspective to their photography, shaped by living and working across cultures. Their portfolio spans portrait, lifestyle, event, and nature photography, with a strong focus on capturing stories that are often unseen or unheard.
Alongside their creative practice, Munira has extensive professional experience in mental health advocacy, disability inclusion, and employment coaching. This background informs their approach behind the camera, grounded in empathy, trust, and respect. This project reflects Munira’s passion for celebrating BIPOC immigrant women artists and entrepreneurs, honoring their journeys, resilience, and leadership and creating space for their stories to inspire others.
As inclusion is at the core of her work, Munira ensures that each story in this showcase is shared not only through images and text but also through spoken descriptions, making the art experience more accessible and inclusive.
Voices in Focus
Voices in Focus celebrates the leadership, resilience, and journeys of BIPOC immigrant women artists and entrepreneurs in Victoria, BC. Created through interviews and portrait photography, the exhibition features five immigrant women, sharing their personal stories of migration, creativity, and entrepreneurship.
Rooted in themes of identity, belonging, and community, the project aims to amplify voices that are often underrepresented while inspiring other newcomers and aspiring entrepreneurs. Through an intimate and human lens, the exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the strength, courage, and contributions of immigrant women who continue to shape our community.
