Rivers of Reason: Blak & Arab Writers in Conversation

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When

to

Where

Adelaide Town Hall
128 King William St
Adelaide SA 5000
Australia

Why

Rivers of Reason is an afternoon and evening of Aboriginal, and Palestinian and other Arab writers in conversation.

Blak and Arab writers and poets share stories of family, being on/with Country, and diaspora. Speaking of their literary work, they explore truth-telling, commonalities between communities, solidarity and aspirations for the future.

This is a free Aboriginal-led event, which fits under the umbrella of Constellations/Not Writers Week. Register online with Humanitix.

Doors open 2pm for a 2.30pm start

Note: changes to program means event will now end at 7.45pm

Please note:

  • Speakers' books will be available for purchase.
  • Some authors will be available for signings after their session.
  • Please enquire by email if you have any requirement needs not listed under Accessibility Info.
  • This is a safe, respectful and community-focused space. Bigotry, hate speech and racism will not be tolerated.
  • The breaks in between sessions are brief, so audiences are encouraged to be seated on time.
  • Late changes to program and speaker line-up could occur.
  • Registrations and enquires are private; event organisers will not store or share any personal details.
  • Event branding/artwork by Ngarrindjeri artist, Tiarnie Edwards. Please do not copy or use without consent.
  • No unauthorised filming, sound recording or professional photography permitted.
  • There are suitable spaces for prayer. Please ask for directions, if needed.

All enquires for this event: [email protected].

Register online with Humanitix.

Artwork by Tiarnie Edwards.

Contact

Rivers of Reason
[email protected]

Resources

Poster.

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