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Author: Safiyah Fazal

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Colombo, Culture, Human Rights, Identity, Peace and Conflict, Politics and Governance

The Translatability of Minority Ethnic Identities in Sri Lanka

Walter Benjamin, the German philosopher, introduced the concept of translatability, framing it not as an exploration of identity but as the translator’s ability to capture the essence of a text. His question,…

Safiyah Fazal Safiyah Fazal on 01/24/202501/24/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, International, justice, Peace and Conflict, Politics and Governance, War Crimes

The United Nations’ Paradox: Peacekeeper or Power Puppet?

Racism has been a persistent challenge in human societies. Apart from the historical movements and the fight for justice and rights for marginalised groups, shrouded in open declarations of peace and unity,…

Safiyah Fazal Safiyah Fazal on 12/20/2024

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