Check out Hashmi:
Known for confronting Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Christian communalism, Hashmi has established herself as one of the most courageous peace activists ever known. Her father was a freedom fighter against British rule; her brother was hunted down in a politically-motivated assassination. Since the carnage in Gujarat in 2002, when thousands were hunted down and made examples of, she has worked tirelessly to bring justice to the victims and re-establish a secular ethos in Gujarat. Hashmi's example as a peace activist and her continued battle for justice for victims of religious violence, especially women, makes her a must-meet while she is in DC. Details:
WHO: Shabnam Hashmi, executive director of ANHAD (Act Now for Harmony and Democracy), is an internationally respected activist in the area of India's minority-majority relations and human rights. With more than 25 years of experience working on issues of religious violence and conflict resolution in India, Hashmi has the power to convene a diverse range of intellectuals and cultural activists.
WHAT: Slide presentation entitled "Threat to democracy in India and the cultural resistance" + Time for informal dialogue with Shabnam.
WHEN: March 21, Friday 6-9pm
WHERE: Center for Integrative Medicine, 908 New Hampshire, Suite 200, Washington DC 20037 [one block away from Foggy Bottom/GWU metro station; building in the triangle formed by 24th, Eye St., and New Hampshire]
HOW: You must RSVP early to pawb99@gmail.com for this event. Space is limited to 25 people, and therefore last-minute arrivals cannot be accommodated. You are encouraged to strategically invite people who, by attending this event, might be able to advance India's human rights and protection of minorities. Don't forget that invitees must RSVP also.
FURTHER DETAILS
6 pm Informal conversations with Shabnam + Tea and Refreshments
6:30 Formal Slide Presentation
8 pm More Tea and informal dialogue
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