SNAFU

Scenes from last weekend with , and 👊

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Scenes from Last weekend's 'Sick Leave' takeover at SNAFU. A pleasure to have this lovely crew in our space. 🔥
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This half-day beginner course is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of TouchDesigner, a powerful node-based visual programming language by Derivative. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the software's interface, its unique node-based workflow, and the core principles that drive TouchDesigner’s creative capabilities. The course combines theoretical insights with practical exercises, enabling participants to create their first interactive visual compositions by the end of the session.

Whether you are an artist, designer, programmer, or simply someone interested in visual creativity, this course will equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to start your journey with TouchDesigner and explore the vast creative opportunities it offers.

9 am - 1 pm / Saturday 20th July 2024
FREE ENTRY BY REGISTRATION - Link in Bio

Materials Needed:
- Basic knowledge of computer operation
- Laptop with TouchDesigner installed
- Curiosity and creativity!

Lalindra Amarasekara is a visual technologist, an entertainment designer and co­founder of the leading digital solutions company, Cyber Illusions. Also, cofounded the digital art collective VAEG (Visual art and Experiences Group). Deploying the most innovative techniques available in the field, he creates sensory experiences that cultivate unique collective environments while enhancing individual experience across a range of mediums and artistic contexts. His ability to demystify technology seamlessly integrate with creative applications, has made Lalindra a sought after systems integrator and audio visual consultant. As a pioneer in digital entertainment media and projection technology in Sri Lanka, Lalindra has worked with many of the largest commercial entities as well as musical and cultural festivals

This Thursday, 4th July 2024. 6:00 pm at SNAFU.

A screening of the 'The Struggle', directed by Arshad Najudeen and produced in collaboration with the Chevening Alumni Association, Sri Lanka (CAASL) and the Law & Society Trust (LST). Followed by a panel discussion and Q&A session moderated by Maryam Azwer (Journalist, researcher and MPLRAG member):

Ermiza Tegal ()
Attorney at Law/Co-Founder - Muslim Personal Law Reform Action Group (MPLRAG)

Hyshyama Hamin
Co-Founder MPLRAG

Aneesa Firthouse
Director, Islamic Women's Association For Research And Empowerment (IWARE), Kattankudy

Free Entry. Limited seating.
REGISTRATION LINK IN BIO.

Presented by Safiya Sideek (.s) and Muslim Personal Law Reform Action Group ()

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The film narrates the experiences of those who have been working towards comprehensive reform of Sri Lanka's Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act (MMDA), as well as those affected by the law. The fight for reform has been long and arduous; some of the earliest attempts at reforms can be traced back to 1954, although the reforms process only gained significant momentum from the mid 1980s

Lawyers, activists and grassroots groups have been among those advocating for MMDA reforms for decades, and the issue has gained significant attention in the last few years. Initially, opposition came from more conservative groups from within the community, although consecutive governments have also failed to ensure progress on reforms.

Since 1970, numerous committees have been appointed by different governments, to study and propose amendments to the law. Over time, those who have previously voiced opposition to reform have also changed their stance on some of the issues. The report of the latest advisory committee was made public in March 2023. Amid all this, Muslim women, girls and their families continue to face injustice under the MMDA and the Quazi court system and due to the absence of an alternative mechanism that can resolve their issues.