Keynote Conversation: Martin van Bruinessen with Marie LaBrosse and Bryar Bajalan

In this keynote session, renowned scholar Martin van Bruinessen joins Marie LaBrosse and Bryar Bajalan for an in-depth conversation on the evolving field of Kurdish Studies, exploring its intersections with literature, oral history, and cultural preservation.

The discussion reflects on the past and future of Kurdish scholarship, the challenges of translation and representation, and the role of research networks like Kashkul in fostering collaboration across disciplines and borders.