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Undocumented, Unafraid and Unapologetic: 21st Century Girmitya?
If you want the definition of “undocumented, unafraid and unapologetic” then this article in my school newspaper pretty much sums it up. Some straight-talk from me, with no pun intended: “I think a lot of people are angry,” Lal said. Read More …
Navigating the Space Between the White Gheys And Queer POC
I picked up on some disdain towards same-sex binational couples work in some queer desi spaces this weekend. I was amused but not surprised by it. I would like to take several steps back and note that I do get Read More …
#SAALT South Asian Summit
This was truly an honor. I would have never expected an award from anything South Asian. Heck, I don’t even identify as South Asian on most days. I don’t get involved in South Asian diaspora politics. However, I do take Read More …
10 Warning Signs for "Overbearing Desi Parents" Syndrome
1. You score a 99 on a test and instead of congratulating you, either mom or dad asks “where did you lose the one mark?” 2. You manage to get a 105% in class and they wave their hand dismissively Read More …
Someone Has Stolen My Identity for RootsCamp!
Thanks for featuring my biography New Organizing but I think I am a victim of identity theft. Who is this PREMA LAI person? Credit goes to NOI for fixing it within a few hours, though these things really shouldn’t happen. Read More …