for creating awareness of issues;
for healing;
for sharing of stories;
for developing community;
for activism.
They are primal; powerful; intimate; evocative.
The effigy of the human figure draws us in; invites contemplation and consideration.
Dolls can be change-makers -
within individuals, bringing solace and comfort;
within communities, challenging conventions and behaviours;
within nations, drawing attention to issues.
I have created dolls that speak of family violence and breast cancer and depression and dementia and children's rights .