An Ode to Home in Barcelona
Melam is a cultural collective that presents global artists and creators with local roots. It was founded by two creatives based in Barcelona: Sejal Parekh, a British-Indian interdisciplinary artist, and Davina Rajoopillai, a British-Sri Lankan creative and cultural consultant.
An Ode to Home
Melam’s inaugural event explores the deep connections between creativity and the concept of home. Enjoy live performances, panel discussions, visual storytelling, and culinary delights by Baby Jalebi, culminating in a DJ session featuring Bad Bunny’s latest album, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos”, a heartfelt tribute to Puerto Rico—his own Ode to Home.
Join us to feel the heartbeat of home through the stories of artists and cultural leaders who turn distance into creation.
Imani Naki, a 25-year-old multidisciplinary creative and entrepreneur based in Barcelona, founded DAR® and DAR® Studio to empower young creatives from the diaspora. Through workshops, mentorship, and professional development, she creates safe spaces where cultural identity and self-expression thrive. With DAR Studio, she connects brands with diverse youth cultures globally, driving social impact and a sense of belonging. For Imani, it’s not just business—it’s about creating meaningful change for the next generation.
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Sofia Archer Lab is a collective project that reimagines fashion as a tool for empowerment and community building. More than just a clothing brand, it’s a creative lab committed to a sustainable, artisanal, and locally-rooted production model with a human and gender-conscious approach. From her studio, Sofia designs limited-edition collections on demand and offers custom sewing services, encouraging emotional connection to clothing and new forms of personal expression.
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Gabriela Gallego is an Ecuadorian-Spanish cultural curator and host of Gabs Away, a series of culinary gatherings inspired by salons and tertulias, bringing people together around food to engage in thoughtful conversations on identity, conflict, diaspora, and sexuality. She is currently studying law and is passionate about political education and creating spaces that foster community, dialogue, and reflection—especially at the intersection of culture and politics in everyday life.
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Vignesh Melwani is a singer, performer, and cultural influencer based in Barcelona. He released the album Improvisuals and will be performing live at the event. He is a cultural researcher specializing in South Asian culture.