This Earth Day, the group Critical Pakistan is hosting a solidarity fundraiser for flood affectees in Pakistan. While Pakistan is responsible for a statistically small share of global carbon emissions, it is one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to the effects of the climate crisis. Last year, Pakistan faced unprecedented floods that left behind a massive trail of death and devastation. As floods are no longer part of the news cycle, attention has dwindled. Nevertheless, the crisis remains: millions are still struggling to meet basic social needs.
The first part of the evening will be a conversation on climate justice and action with activists from both Pakistan and Germany discussing questions on responsibility, media and their work. In the second half, dancer/performer Amna Mawaz Khan, multidiscipilnary artist Kazim Hussain and filmmaker/musician Dara Shikoh will present “Ralli/رلی“, an exploration of dance, music and theatre they will develop especially for this event.
