Open Space Activities in October 2005

    

LITERATURE

Talking Poetry
(presented by Open Space for the Word and the British Library)

Talking Poetry is part-workshop and part-discussion group. We will:
·examine poetic forms and start to think differently about the way we express ourselves
·consider why some poems move us and others don't
·whet our curiosity about language, line length, tricks of grammar and sheer poetic beauty
·sharpen our aesthetic skills

Talking Poetry is also a space where your poems could be discussed. Your work could be published in the poetry section of the Open Space website (http://www.openspaceindia.org) that seeks to foster change through the innovative and strategic use of media and the arts. 

Talking Poetry is led by Priyaa Sarukkai Chabria, poet and novelist. She has been awarded the Senior Fellowship to Outstanding Artists for Literature by the Indian government. 
Open Space, Monday, October 3, 5.30pm

PRESENTATIONS
Right To Information
Open Space invites you to a presentation comparing features of the National Right to Information Act and the Maharashtra Right to Information Act by Prakash Kardaley, Senior Editor, Express Initiatives, The Indian Express

The Right to Information Act empowers citizens to demand accountability  from those who have been assigned to govern on behalf of the people. Under the Maharashtra Right to Information Act, 2002, any citizen can demand information from state government departments and public bodies including the Municipal Corporation. Yet, many citizens are still not aware of the modalities of requisitioning information.
Open Space, Saturday, October 8, 4:00pm to 6.00pm


 
 
 
 
STUDY CIRCLE

Youth & Sexuality
As part of the ongoing sessions on youth and issues of gender and sexuality, Samapathik Trust invites you to the screening of a feature film and a documentary film dealing with gay and HIV/AIDS issues.

Friday, October 21, 6.00pm – 8.30pm
My Brother Nikhil (dir: Onir), 116 min. The film looks at the HIV/AIDS issue in Goa in the '80s, when not much was known about the disease. It movingly explores misconceptions about the ailment and how it affects not just an individual but his entire family.

Saturday, October 22, 6.00pm – 8.30pm
Many People Many Desires (dir: T Jayashree), 45 min. This documentary explores the intersections of sexuality, class, gender identity and human rights in India. Set in the city of Bangalore, Southern India the film records the desires and aspirations of young hijras, transsexuals, kothis, doubledeckers, lesbians and gays. It follows their struggles for equality, dignity and acceptance.

There will be a discussion of both the films moderated by Bindu Madhav Khire of Samapathik Trust on October 22nd, after the screening.
Open Space, Friday – Saturday, October 21 - 22, 6.00pm to 8.30pm
 
Open Space outreach programmes
 

1. Art and story telling: weekly sessions at the Door Step School study centre, Shivaji Housing Society
2. Open Space – Fergusson College film club resumes its weekly film screenings at Open Space