Shalini S. PerumalMissionary Work in Nagaland: A Complex Legacy of Faith, Colonialism, and Cultural ChangeThe northeastern region of India, particularly Nagaland, has a rich history of traditions that reflect its diverse tribal cultures. Each of…Sep 19Sep 19
Shalini S. PerumalHow My Tamil Heritage Has Shaped My Work and Passion for BurmaAs a Tamil woman with Indian citizenship, my journey in addressing Burma’s humanitarian crisis has been a multifaceted experience, marked…Sep 17Sep 17
Shalini S. PerumalCultural Appropriation, Ancestral Healing and Privilege: The Experience of Third Culture Adults of…Third Culture Adults (TCAs) are individuals who have spent a significant part of their formative years in cultures different from their…Aug 13Aug 13
Shalini S. PerumalNavigating Belonging and Ancestral Healing as a Third Culture Adult: Understanding Cultural…My mum, sister and meme in Tokyo, JapanAug 13Aug 13
Shalini S. PerumalNavigating Linguistic Duality: The Complex Role of a Communications Professional in a Colonial…In today’s globalised world, being a communications professional demands a mastery of the English language — particularly in roles…Aug 12Aug 12
Shalini S. PerumalDecolonising Nostalgia in the Goan Catholic Experience: Parallels with the Indigenous Movement in…The concepts of indigenisation and decolonisation have gained significant traction in recent years, particularly within Latin American…Jun 14Jun 14
Shalini S. PerumalReconciling Colonial Privilege and the Khmer Rouge Tragedy: The Paradox of French-Speaking…French speaking Cambodian noble family from the 19th centuryMay 31May 31
Shalini S. PerumalThe Threat of Muslim Motherhood: The Genocidal Intent of the Myanmar Army Against Rohingya WomenThe Rohingya crisis represents one of the most severe humanitarian emergencies in recent history, marked by systematic and widespread…May 29May 29
Shalini S. PerumalThe Complex, Hidden Gender Identities of Bacha Posh in AfghanistanIn Afghanistan, a unique and complex cultural practice known as bacha posh allows girls to live as boys. This phenomenon, deeply rooted in…May 25May 25
