Tanoti House founder Dato Jacqueline Fong. KUCHING (Nov 17): Eight prominent local non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are set to debut at the highly anticipated BorneoCraft Global Expo (BCG2024), in a landmark initiative for Sarawak’s cultural and creative scene. Commencing on Nov 27 at Kuching Waterfront, the event will feature a Diverse Community Gallery designed to celebrate the state’s vibrant heritage and craftsmanship.
“The participating NGOs, comprising Tanoti House, Ranee Gallery, Penan Women Project, Tun Jugah Foundation, Society of Craft for Advancement of Rural Folks Sarawak (Scarfs), Brooke Museums, Borneo Adventure and Landik, will collaborate to present a unique walkthrough gallery. “This initiative will showcase an array of arts, crafts and traditions that represent the diverse communities of Sarawak, providing visitors with an immersive cultural experience,” it said in a press release by the expo’s organiser recently. It added that each participating organisation is set to showcase Sarawak’s cultural identity through a variety of mediums.
A participant weaves a bamboo design on an old fan during the Ranee Gallery’s Rural Craft Development Project: Rumah Kerapa Spak workshop, a community initiative aimed at upcycling old fan covers into vibrant, handcrafted trays. “Tanoti House is renowned for works that preserve traditional textile-making techniques, while Ranee Gallery uplifts local artisans and craftspeople. “Moreover, the Tun Jugah Fo.
