SHARED JOURNEYS

Afghanistan

A history of violence dominates the narrative of Afghanistan. Its ‘wars’ have been glorified and its image as ‘the graveyard of empires’ has been reinforced over decades

Bangladesh

The Liberation War of 1971, which created the state of Bangladesh carries with it stories of genocide, violence and loss.

Cambodia

The popular history of the Khmer Rouge regime (1975 to 1979) when nearly 2 million Cambodians - a full quarter of the population – died from execution, starvation, forced labour, malnutrition and torture is one that permeates the public consciousness.

Nepal

The human toll of the ‘People’s War’ (1996-2006) in Nepal was profound; over 17,000 people were killed, 1,500 disappeared and an estimated 20,000 tortured.

Sri Lanka

Tales of heroism, re-building and socio-economic development after devastation are familiar narratives of war and victory, often told from the vantage point of victors.

Taiwan

Foreign migrant workers give their prime working years to low-wage income and long working hours in what Taiwanese called the ‘3D’ industries, which stands for ‘dirty, dangerous and difficult’.

Tibet-in-exile

The 70th anniversary of the ‘Agreement on Measures for the Peaceful Liberation of Tibet’ – a 17 - point declaration - fell on 23 May 2021.