South Side Stories | Dive Into Stories, Share Your Journey

28/08/2024 - From 19h30 to 22h - Members & Guests
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Explore the Stories of Fellow Global Nomads : An Inspiring Evening with Dr. Dakshina Gammanpila

Join us for a unique conversation where we dive into the captivating world of global nomads through the lens of Dr. Dakshina Gammanpila's remarkable journey. This evening promises to be a profound exploration of life as an expatriate woman, blending the art of storytelling with insightful discussions on diverse themes such as community, friendship, women's and gender issues, politics, diplomacy, sports, and health rights.

Dr. Gammanpila's book is a compilation of her engaging columns written across three continents over a decade. Each article provides a heartfelt and insightful look into the experiences of living and working overseas, capturing what it truly means to be a global nomad.

The event will feature a sharing circle where Dr. Gammanpila will read excerpts from her book and invite attendees to share their own migration stories.

About Dr. Dakshina Gammanpila:

Dr. Dakshina Gammanpila is a distinguished former criminal barrister who has transitioned her expertise into advocating for justice, health, and education systems globally. Her multifaceted career includes working with women’s health NGOs in London, establishing the Frida Network to enhance services for differently-abled women, and leading patient-centered health care projects.

In education, Dr. Gammanpila has served as a law lecturer with a PhD focused on forensic medicine and the doctor-patient relationship. She has also contributed significantly to the professional development of executives and ambassadors.

As a writer, Dr. Gammanpila has authored over 150 articles on a wide range of themes such as love, tolerance, politics, and women’s rights. Her columns have been featured in the US Embassy, Brazil, and India, primarily under the Southside Stories title. This event marks the debut of her first collection of articles, aimed at fostering understanding and unity among diverse communities.

In the arts, Dr. Gammanpila has played a pivotal role in enabling others, mostly women, to produce events and showcase their work. Her contributions include producing exhibitions, editing books, and consulting on film and theatre productions in Brazil and India. She has also organized fashion shows, sports tournaments, fundraising galas, and conducted interviews with activists and reformers.

Dr. Gammanpila's unwavering commitment to social justice, human connections, and the power of the written and spoken word is the thread that runs through her diverse activities.

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