The Critical Himalayan Collective

We are a non-profit collective of thinkers, artists, researchers, and charity practitioners committed to the Eastern Himalayas

[Debanjali Biswas, PhD @DilebJaan]

Exciting project to witness. Much needed work on #IndigenisingTheHimalayas bringing dance-storytelling-archival materials to the public in a workshop by @rairohini06 @RGS_IBG @crhcollective

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

Archives are a key part of the ‘Storytelling through Dancing’ workshop of #IndigenisingTheHimalayas project on 31st May at @RGS_IBG, where the audiences can directly engage with the displayed archival materials from #Nepal #Sikkim #Darjeeling @rairohini06

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

We are excited to partner with #IndigenisingTheHimalayas project led by @rairohini06 @Bruneluni funded by @BritishAcademy_ partnered with @RGS_IBG @WnoUk92334
The project involves a #StorytellingThroughDancing workshop on:
📅 31st May
⌛️11am-5pm
📍RGS, South Kensington, London

[rational_geographic @ritodhi_c]

Just about to attend a wonder conference on South Asian studies @uhmanoa

Today we hear from @vijayprashad

I am speaking on the 12th on my 3 favorites:

1. Masculinity
2. Climate Science
3. Himalayas

#Southasia #futures #AcademicTwitter

[Question Of Cities @CitiesQuestion]

Land-use changes and deforestation – a 2018 study showed a 20 percent decrease between 1980 and 2017 – have exacerbated Shimla’s fragility and instability, contributing to landslides and flash floods.

Read the essay by @ManshiAsher.

https://t.co/Tlv2Bvn3rs

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

Our inaugural London Himalayan Short Film Festival 2024 on 6 April at @Bruneluni was an astounding success! We had a massive turn out of around 200 audiences! We are truly honoured and grateful for the immense love and support we received from the community!

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

The official trailer for the #LHSFF2024 out now with the full lineup of films to be shown at its inaugural festival on 06.04.2024. @Bruneluni @BrunelSouthAsia

https://t.co/Wl9hS0bRvy

[Endangered Himalaya @EndangeredHimal]

As the nation gears up for the pinnacle of democratic expression, the forthcoming elections, there’s a conspicuous absence of a critical issue from the political discourse – the preservation of the Himalayas. @amannamra @Countercurrents #peopleforhimalaya
https://t.co/hSk9X9cYlQ

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

#LHSFF2023 Screen 3(b) includes 3 captivating and immersive films on #Himalayan folklore and stories re-told through innovative techniques and avant-garde styles. 1. Dante Katha by #dishantpradhan & the @labcollective 2. Taar by #tseringlhanzes 2. Jhakri Mela by #bishnuburamagar.

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

#LHSFF2024 screening 3(as) on #Himalayan art and folklore, including 3 films from #Meghalaya #Nepal #Tibetandiaspora that explore art as a form of resilience. 1. Khiew Ranei- #riahtaipodia; 2. On Tibet and Art- #sonamnorbunamsel & #tseringwangmo; 3. Sarangi- #bhokrajgurung.

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

#LHSFF2024 SCREENING 2: HOME & IDENTITY including 3 heartfelt films from #Assam, #NepaliDiaspora and the #Tibetan community in exile. 1. 'Ne Sotal' by #ShrutimanDeori ; 2. 'Drifting Clouds' by #DeepaShrestha and 3. 'Jalyong' by @tenziitsewang
Register via Eventbrite! 📽️🗓️🏔️

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

BOOK YOUR SPOT FOR #LHSFF2024 via Eventbrite this link to reserve your spot free of charge, inclusive of food and drinks. The festival is scheduled for:
- 6th April 2024
- 12-6pm (BST)
- Eastern Gateway Auditorium, Brunel University London
https://t.co/E9YfhI68Zw

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

ANNOUNCING OFFICIAL SELECTIONS FOR #LHSFF2024 SCREENING 1: ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT. Including three poignant films from #Nepal, #Sikkim, & #Darjeeling 1. 'Voices of Teesta' @LepchaMinket 2. 'Dhye Dreams' @shantanepalipro 3. 'Sherpas Amidst the Mist' @AyushiNirola
@BrunelSouthAsia

[Endangered Himalaya @EndangeredHimal]

The film is online on YouTube currently. If you haven't seen it please do watch and let us know what you think! https://t.co/fiPQMBlzb1 #himalaya @HimalayaColl8ve @MahilaKisan @crhcollective @third_pole @sadhika_tiwari @MongabayIndia @JADS_mp

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

We are excited to announce Asmita Shirish as our keynote for the #LHSFF2024. @AsmitaShrish is a London and Kathmandu-based independent filmmaker. We will be screening her short film ‘Auntie Ganga’ based on #Gurkha women in UK #NepaleseDiaspora 🎥⛰️😍 @BrunelSouthAsia

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

Our partner, Brunel South Asia Studies Researh Group conducts regionally relevant and publicly engaged research on the South Asian region, and together we are excited to expand our reach within and beyond the region.

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

We are thrilled to announce that we is partnering with Brunel South Asia Studies Research Group @BrunelSouthAsia to host our inaugural London Himalayan Short Film Festival 2024 🎥⛰️
SAVE THE DATE- 6TH APRIL; Eastern Gateway Auditorium @Bruneluni #LHSFF2024

[The Critical Himalayan Collective @crhcollective]

The festival is scheduled for:
- 6th April 2024
- 12-6pm (BST)
- Eastern Gateway Auditorium, Brunel University London
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The festival is sponsored by Brunel University London Public Engagement Fund via the UK Research and Innovation - Higher Education Innovation Fund (HEIF).