Book Review & Discussion : The Lessons of History
Book Review & Discussion : The Lessons of History
Mon, Aug 22, 2022 7:00 PM CEST (+02:00)
Free
History Discussion Series
Location
Online event
A three- day discussion series focused on the different ways Tamil Women have contributed and changed our society.
About this event
Day 1: Saturday, January 22nd, 2022 (11am-12:30pm)
Title: Inspire Through Herstory
Coordinated by: Tamil Nadu Multicultural Association of Canada
Keynote Speaker: Rajathi Salma (Writer)
Day 2: Sunday, January 23rd, 2022 (2pm - 3:30pm EST)
Title: Tamil-Telling Her Story: Exploring the Role of Tamil Women in History
The interactive workshop “Thamil - Telling HER Story - Exploring the Roles of Tamil Women in History” will take an in-depth look into the lives of a few Tamil women who have shaped and influenced history as we know it, but whose voices have been marginalized and contributions overlooked.
Coordinated by: Tamil Institute of Leadership Excellence
Speakers: Suwi Narasingamoorthy (Social and Climate Justice Advocate), and S. A. N. Rajkumar (Social Activist & Human Rights Defender)
Day 3: Monday, January 24th, 2022 (6pm-7:30pm)
Title: Tamil Women Legacy: Shifting the Conversation
A conversation focused on highlighting self-identity and breaking cultural stereotypes of Tamil Women. This discussion will contextualize the legacy of Tamil Women Excellence from pre-colonial history to reimagining what it means to identify as a Tamil Woman today. Covering topics related to Pre-colonial history of Tamil Women, Women's Health & Wellness, Body Image and Self-Love, Tamil Queer Struggles, and Resilience of Tamil Women in Eelam
Speakers: Supanki Kalandan, Mathusha Senthil, Vinsia Maharajah, Praanee Chandrasegaram and Abarna Selvarajah