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Oliver Vass
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How Technology Enforces Gender Apartheid
Read more: How Technology Enforces Gender ApartheidExplore the full report: IBA Gender Apartheid Inquiry Report Technology is increasingly weaponized to uphold oppressive regimes, and the Gender Apartheid Inquiry Report reveals chilling insights into its use in countries like Iran to enforce gender apartheid. Surveillance as a Tool of Oppression Why This Matters This technological oppression institutionalizes gender apartheid, stripping women of…
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Understanding Gender Apartheid
Read more: Understanding Gender ApartheidGender apartheid refers to the systematic segregation and discrimination based on gender, often enforced by laws, policies, and cultural practices. It denies women and girls equal access to education, employment, healthcare, and basic freedoms, perpetuating a cycle of oppression. This form of institutionalized inequality is prevalent in various parts of the world, restricting women’s rights…
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Documenting Gender Apartheid
Read more: Documenting Gender ApartheidStarting 2025 We are excited to announce the proposed launch of a three-year project, starting in 2025, that will explore the experiences of women in Norway who have lived under gender apartheid in different parts of the world. This initiative will result in both a book and a film, highlighting stories of resilience and survival.…
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Siavash
Read more: SiavashThe story of Siavash in the Shahnameh, penned by Ferdowsi, begins with his birth to a woman who becomes the wife of Kay Kavus, the king of Iran. However, astrologers and soothsayers predict a dark and troubled fate for the handsome Siavash, which deeply disturbs Kay Kavus. Soon after, Rostam, the noble warrior, approaches the king and…
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How Poetry Touches the Brain and Sparks Emotion
Read more: How Poetry Touches the Brain and Sparks EmotionVerse and nerve, the hidden power of poetry on the human mind Poetry has been woven into nearly every culture throughout history, but its impact on the brain and body remains unclear. In an intriguing study, “Wassiliwizky” et al. set out to uncover how poetry affects our emotions and brain activity. This interesting study conducted…
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Rostam – Persian Literary Characters
Read more: Rostam – Persian Literary CharactersContinuing our journey through Persian literary icons, leading up to the release of our translated poetry collection, today we spotlight one of the most formidable heroes in Persian mythology: Rostam. Rostam is the central hero of the Shahnameh, the epic masterpiece composed by the 10th-century Persian poet Ferdowsi. As the strongest and most revered warrior…
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Majnun – Persian Literary Characters
Read more: Majnun – Persian Literary CharactersAs we continue our exploration of iconic characters from Persian poetry, building up to the release of our own translated collection, we turn our attention to one of the most enduring figures in Persian literary tradition: Majnun. Majnun is the tragic protagonist of the legendary love story Layla and Majnun, penned by the 12th-century Persian…
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Discovering Deichman Library
Read more: Discovering Deichman LibraryNestled in the vibrant Bjørvika district, just a stone’s throw from Oslo’s iconic Opera House, lies one of Europe’s most modern libraries—Deichman. More than just a repository of books, this architectural masterpiece is a hub of creativity, innovation, and inspiration, redefining what a library can be. A Haven for Inspiration and Reflection Deichman Library is…
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Behind The Lines – Mini Pods
Read more: Behind The Lines – Mini PodsIn our new mini-podcast series, we dive into the process of translating and editing Farsi poetry through engaging conversations between Fatemeh Ekhtesari, an Iranian poet and translator living in Norway, and Oliver Vass, a publisher and editor. These discussions explore not just the technical aspects of translation but also the rich cultural insights that come…
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Shirin – Persian Literary Characters
Read more: Shirin – Persian Literary CharactersThis beautiful image is a Persian miniature from the famous epic Khosrow and Shirin by Nizami Ganjavi, one of the most celebrated poets of the Persian literary tradition. The scene captures the moment when Khosrow, a Sassanian king, discovers the Armenian princess Shirin bathing in a secluded pool. Khosrow, dressed in royal attire and riding…