The Jewish Literary Festival 2023 on Human Rights Day, 21 March will provoke and persuade and inspire you to conversation, when more than 60 writers gather at JLF 2023 at the Gardens Community Centre.
“We are delighted to bring 60+ authors together in a powerful series of panels on business, politics, history, narrative, identity, heroes, villains and much more! Looking forward to seeing you there for a day that will blow your mind and feed your soul! First sessions start at 0900 and access is from 0815. Your ticket includes a hot beverage, a meal bowl, and access to fruit and water. View our amazing program HERE“
Here’s a taste of what you can expect.
Otherness: The relationship between minority and majority identities
Journalist and writer Haji Mohamed Dawjee speaks to Prof. Leslie Swartz and lawyer and researcher Vanya Gastrow. 
The Trauma of Seeking Justice
Authors Anthony Altbeker, Liz McGregor, and Janine Lazarus with moderator Bev Lester, explore this painful challenge as told in each of their books, either through their own stories or those they reported on as journalists.
Fear Factor: Myths perpetuated by the media
Prof. Anton Harber discusses the role of the media and social media in perpetuating stigmas and fear with authors Dr. Nechama Brodie and Nicky Falkof.
Click here to see the full programme
And listen into an interview below with Vanessa Valkin, Director of JLF 2023 on Book Choice on Fine Music Radio.
WHAT: Jewish Literary Festival 2023
WHERE: Gardens Community Centre, Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town 8001
WHEN: 21 March 2023 – Human Rights Day
TICKETS: Click here to book your ticket |Â Available at the Jacob Gitlin Library
