Conflict and Culture Post Design Intervention Report by Tanya Zakir
The design intervention was not only an essential step but also one that opened the door to further conversations regarding a range of topics. From the foundational requirements of the craftswomen associated with our project to the larger picture of how crafts persons navigate their space in the Jammu and Kashmir economy, we touched on complicated threads related to the livelihoods of those in the handicrafts business. The setting of the design intervention for the Kashmiri women was highly interesting. It allowed for the intersection of all the women’s experiences, singular and collective. Singularly, the women carry stories of violence, sexism, lack of targeted resources, and sacrifice. Collectively, the women carry stories of violence, religious and political divides, a sense of loss, and much more. In this brief report, we analyse and expand on key themes that came up during the intervention.
Tanya Zakir (2022) Conflict and Culture Post Design Intervention Report