Faryal is a screenwriter based in London. Having spent a decade running the Disability rights charity Transport for All based in Brixton – her work is inspired by campaigns for social justice and the multi-cultural tapestry of city life.
Faryal’s credits include writing on the Channel 4 drama Ackley Bridge, and she is currently developing a number of TV and film projects.
Faryal Velmi: 'I'm interested in finding stories that speak about life's problems...but also absolutely reflect the resilience and amazing tenacity that we have as human beings.'
In conversation with Jonny Wright
7th February 2024
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"I aspire to challenge and provoke. But also to celebrate the resilience of the human spirit. To celebrate solidarity and community."
Faryal Velmi is a screenwriter.
