Posted on December 3, 2009

Identity in a time of trauma

From the moment I entered the exhibit called “Shanaakht” until the time I left, I was riveted. This exhibition began earlier in the year but was terminated in April, given the terrible times we live in. But the human spirit bounces back and so did the exhibition. The Citizens Archive of Pakistan, aided by volunteers, … Continue reading »

Violence and the virtual world

We should have no qualms about confessing that issues pertaining to women are consigned to oblivion in our society. Often these issues are subjected to bigotry disguised as patriarchy. It’s true that each productive step towards gender equality is met with stronger measures to undermine it. For example, domestic violence has never been treated as … Continue reading »