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Solidarity with Palestine event
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An evening of solidarity will be held to mark the anniversary of the nakba with speeches, a book launch, poetry, drama, videos, songs, art and photography exhibitions, children’s activities.
At: Public Library Auditorium, Colombo 7
On: Tuesday, May 14
From: 3 pm – 7 pm
The event is organised by the Free Palestine movement Sri Lanka
It will feature
A video about the nakba
Reflections by Serena
Islamic spiritual rendition by Muslim choral ensemble
A Buddhist perspective
Dramatized book launch
Inter-religious conversation
Audience discussion
Address by Ambassador of Palestine
Keynote speech by M M Zuhair, PC
Iman Academy’s Shattered dreams: Unbroken spirits
Poetry reading by Imaad and friends
Song by Janodanaya
Speech by SYU representative
Musical tribute by Iqbal Mohammed
Collective message to Palestine
There will also be an open mic, art display, photography exhibition, and an awareness stall.
Activities for children include art and craft, singing and dancing, puzzles and quizzes, and performances on stage.