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Women Writers: Truth, Identity, Resilience Unveiled
28 Nov
Summary
- Women writers use stories of grief, resistance, and hope.
- Authors discussed how identity and spirituality shape poetry.
- Storytelling empowers women to define themselves and find freedom.
Session 7 of the Koshala Literary Festival, titled "Threads of Grace: Women Shaping Worlds with Words," celebrated the profound impact of women's writing. Poet Monia Aljlais and author-journalist Anindita Ghose, moderated by Ashwitha Jaykumar, explored how narratives centered on grief, resistance, and hope serve as powerful mediums for truth and resilience.
Ghose highlighted how her characters navigate personal loss and political landscapes, asserting the universal nature of women's experiences and her commitment to amplifying diverse female voices. Aljlais shared insights into how her poetry delves into identity, cultural duality, and spiritual struggles, framing poetry itself as a potent form of resistance.
Both speakers underscored storytelling's empowering role, providing women with essential platforms for self-definition and freedom. Their discussion powerfully illustrated the ongoing influence of women in shaping global narratives and societal perspectives through their literary contributions.
