“Genocide and Hope: Lessons from Robben Island”

The Centre for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP) invites you to a special evening featuring a discussion and a book release.

Join us on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Lamakaan, Hyderabad, for this program.

Prof. Vinay Lal, Professor of History at UCLA, will speak on “Genocide and Hope: Lessons from Robben Island”, exploring the transformation of a site of violence into a place of resilience and hope. The event will also feature the release of Ghazala Wahab’s book, The Hindi Heartland, followed by her reflections on its themes.