Understanding Caste
Workshop
5.5 hrs
April 14, 2026 10:30 am Tuesday

This is a one-day, small-group dialogue being organized on April 14 (Ambedkar Jayanti) to facilitate a thoughtful and structured discussion on caste in contemporary India. The event will bring together approximately 60–70 participants for a combination of moderated dialogue, reading-based engagement, and guided small-group discussions. The first half of the day will feature a moderated conversation engaging with themes such as caste and religion, social hierarchy, and the relevance of Ambedkar’s thought in present times. The second half will involve facilitated small-group discussions where participants reflect on their own experiences and perspectives in a respectful and structured setting. The event is designed as a reflective, educational space and will follow clear guidelines to ensure respectful and constructive dialogue among participants.

Organizer
Swathi
I am currently working at the Indian School of Business (ISB) and am building a platform called The Conscious Republic, which focuses on enriching public discourse through dialogue and critical engagement with political and social ideas. As part of this effort, I host a YouTube series called Dialogue with Swathi, where I engage with scholars and practitioners on themes such as religion, politics, and society in India. Through these conversations, I have been building a small but engaged community interested in thoughtful and nuanced discussions. This event is part of an ongoing effort to create offline spaces for reflective, structured dialogue on complex social issues like caste.