Carielyn (she/they) is a writer and videopoet with a background in screen and media arts. They previously worked providing social support and case management services to migrant and refugee women experiencing domestic violence and homelessness in Western Sydney. Carielyn also has knowledge in using creative strategies in a grassroots community organising context.
Carielyn is currently doing a Masters in Creative Writing and Literature at Western Sydney University. Her work has been published in Mascara Literary Review, Emerging Writers Festival, SBS Filipino and KAP Magazine. Her roots are in the archipelago of the so-called Philippines and Kowloon, Hong Kong. She has lived on Gadigal and Darkinjung land but currently lives, studies and works on unceded Dharug land of the Burramatta.