Spaces of Freedom – Unlearning History Showcasing Female Literary Creativity from the Western Balkans
REVOLUTION AND DEMOCRACY ARE FEMININE…
In many languages, the words for ›Revolution‹ and ›Democracy‹ are feminine. Yet, official histories and political theories often attribute social and political upheaval to male figures and values. From the Middle East to Eastern Europe and the Balkans, women have played crucial roles in transformation processes. Today, the world faces unprecedented challenges that demand the highest levels of empathy, love, and solidarity. Will women change the world?
With Rumena Bužarovska, Diana Çuli, Mima Simić, Adelina Tërshani
Moderated by Milena Berić
The discussion will be held in English
…AND SO ARE CULTURE AND PARTICIPATION
…AND SO ARE CULTURE AND PARTICIPATION These are strange times in which everything is political and societies are drifting apart, in which people meet each other like strangers. Existing rifts are deepening, fueled by far-right and identitarian groups. Cultural spaces can offer a refuge from fear and hatred when these seem to dominate public discourse and a sense of democratic fatigue prevails. How can culture and participation help heal broken ties?
With Barbara Delać, Lejla Kalamujić, Barbi Marković, Ivana Sajko
Moderated by Frauke Seebass
n cooperation with KROKODIL Engaging Words from Belgrade and Federal Agency for Civic Education (bpb), Berlin.
The discussion will be held in English