Finding One's Own Resonance: The Story of Porivarai

Irula Arts is the result of a collaboration between Oberlin Shansi and Keystone Foundation, an NGO in South India. This presentation will highlight the formation of an Irula youth group, Porivarai, showcasing how music galvanized the formation of identity and ecological knowledge by finding one’s own resonance. Special emphasis will be placed on the connection between traditional practices and the land, contributing to the community’s cultural and ecological sustenance. The presentation will also showcase efforts to revitalize traditional arts and language, with recordings, videos, and a live demonstration of their musical instruments.

Open to all members of the public