Category Archives: Visits from the Karagöz puppets

The Karagöz puppets celebrate International Women’s Day and honor Pınar Selek

Posted on March 8, 2012 by lizcameron

My dreams swirl in lilac, mauve and lavender before I start to hear the whispering.  These are, of course, the colors of the women’s movement. As usual, it is early morning and I am still asleep – or just barely … Continue reading →

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Çay emergency: The puppets riot, the car dies

Posted on March 7, 2012 by lizcameron

When I last left you, I was musing on the White Ribbon Campaign which addresses violence against women – and was quite happy to see the dialogue that ensued (thank you, my e-friends).  Our campaign was a success and the … Continue reading →

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Beyaz kurdeleler: The puppets address violence against women in Turkey and the U.S.

Posted on March 1, 2012 by lizcameron

It’s the day after I have committed myself to applying for a Fulbright fellowship to Cyprus, and I am in the steep, warm ascent from deep-sleep to almost-awake sleep when I start to hear a slithery sliding sound. My eyes … Continue reading →

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