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Isabelle Baafi

Isabelle Baafi is among five poets sharing the dual perspective afforded to their life and writing by their links to the Commonwealth.

Isabelle Baafi has a unique take on healthcare, forged by the Caribbean origins of a succession of female healers in her family. Reaching back in time from her own childhood visit to A&E, Isabelle explores her mother’s adage – that to heal someone is to change their destiny.

Presented by Isabelle Baafi
Produced by Kevin Core

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14 minutes

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Wed 28 Sep 2022 22:45

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  • Wed 28 Sep 2022 22:45

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