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Lizette Chirrime, born in 1973, is a multidisciplinary artist and fashion designer from northern Mozambique, currently living and working in Tofo. Her work delves into the strength of women in society, highlighting their crucial role in nurturing communities while addressing the challenges they face. As a single mother, these themes are deeply personal to her, often exploring generational traumas and the process of healing. She views art as not just a form of creative expression, but also a pathway to personal and universal healing. Sustainability is at the heart of her practice. By incorporating recycling and upcycling into her work, she strives to contribute to a cleaner, healthier Universe. Using techniques like knitting, weaving, and stitching, she works primarily with fabric, which symbolizes the warmth and comfort of home. After 15 years in Cape Town, South Africa, she returned to Mozambique with a dream: to inspire teenagers through creative extracurricular activities, sharing her skills to nurture their growth and potential.