Growing up in the creatively diverse neighbourhood of Heidedal, Bloemfontein – located in the Free State – I was surrounded by a plethora of languages, traditions, cultures, and perspectives. Exposure to such diversity at a young age ignited a curiosity in me to further explore my surroundings, laying the foundation for future explorations into the world and beyond. As I gained understanding of this multifaceted community, I developed a passion for internationalisation.