EUROPE AND SOUTH ASIA
GOING BEYOND THE STEREOTYPES
Conference in the framework of the EC Asia-Link Project DEVHAS
7 - 10 May 2008
Stereotypes create a variety of problems in the interactions between Europe and South Asia, in the business world, media coverage, international political relations, and development cooperation. Europe is often seen as a static, protectionist and even racist culture; while South Asia is seen as a deeply religious region where poverty, religious strife and caste discrimination prevail. What are stereotypes, where do they come from, and why do they persist? What makes stereotypes different from other statements? Can we fight them? If not, can we change the stereotypes and make use of them in a positive way? 'Europe and South Asia - Going beyond the Stereotypes' will explore these questions against the background of the EC Asia-Link project DEVHAS (2006-2008).
ORGANISED BY
- Research Centre Vergelijkende Cultuurwetenschap, Ghent University, Belgium
WITH THE SUPPORT OF
- ASIA-LINK, EuropeAid Co-Operation Office
- VLIR,
Vlaamse Interuniversitaire Raad
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