General Khan - Artist
Episode description
General Khan is a local artist, born and raised in Kjipuktuk, Mi'kma'ki (Halifax, Nova Scotia).
For General Khan, poetry is an expression that is tied to her cultural practice as a Pashtun. Her first album Wrath of Khan dropped on April 30th, 2021.
General Khan recently completed her Center for Arts Tapes CFAT) artist in residence. Her art style is influenced by her lived experiences including subject matter such as white supremacy, colonialism, displacement, racism, islamophobia disability justice, and more.
General Khan is also a local community organizer. She is known for her overwhelming passion and commitment to dismantling systems of oppression.
At most actions, you'll find her on the megaphone chanting. Those closest to her know her for her big smile and an even bigger heart.