Storytelling is an inseparable part of human history. From cave painting in prehistoric dwellings to modern-day entertainment, such as books and plays, humans use stories to convey information to each other and connect communities. Authors and professional storytellers will share their crafts this February.
True allyship and inclusion begins by reckoning with deep-seated biases. All over the world, there are children and adults with disabilities stories about their lives but too often, they are not heard. Be part of this dialogue featuring authors who write about disabilities, Dr Sa'eda Buang and Eva Wong Nava.
Eva Wong Nava was born on a tropical island where a merlion spurts water. Her ancestors braved monsoon winds sailing to British Malaya to plant roots in Southeast Asia. When the winds changed, they sailed again and found another home somewhere in the western hemisphere. She combines degrees in literature and art history and writes stories that explore identity, culture, and belonging. Eva has written an award-winning middle-grade novel and several picturebooks. She lives in London with her family, two scampering squirrels, and a regal fox. You can find out more about her here.
Dr Sa’eda Buang is a Senior Lecturer in the Asian Languages and Cultures academic group, National Institute of Education (NIE) at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. Her research interests are in the areas of comparative literature, cultural studies, curriculum development and reformation, critical literacy, Muslim education, alternative assessments, and Jawi manuscripts.
VENUE: Online
LINK: To be sent to registrants
EVENT WEBSITE: Eventbrite (for registration)
DATE AND TIME
21 Feb 2022, 8pm–9pm