Panel Moderator:
Svetlana Rakocevic, Westminster University
Speakers:
Catherine Baker, Senior Lecturer in 20th Century History, University of Hull Senija Causevic, Senior Lecturer in Critical Marketing Studies, School of Oriental and African Studies Eric Gordy, Professor of Political and Cultural Sociology, University College London
Since history museums in the region do not hold permanent exhibitions, there are numerous ways the story of Yugoslavia and its cultural heritage can be told. They range from the post-communist discourse, which paints a rather nasty image, to the Yugo-nostalgic and sentimental or even banal view of the past.
Can we have a positive interpretation of Yugoslav identity, culture and architecture without erasing the Yugoslav wars? Is it possible to talk about positive emancipatory practices, anti-fascism and modernisation without erasing the terror state and authoritarian politics?
Southeast European Future Fest (SEFF) brings post-Yugoslav culture, music and architecture to Shoreditch. A one-day celebration of Southeast European creativity and heritage. See what else is on as part of SEFF here.
Suitable for ages 16+
