Zaynab Zubair, Diaspora Diaries

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In this episode Dee welcomes British Sri Lankan writer Zaynab Zubair. Dee and Zaynab explore a myriad of topics surrounding Sri Lankan identities and the diaspora experience and Zaynab reads an excerpt from her upcoming book 'Finding Serendipity,' which delves into themes of migration, identity, and the cultural interplay between Sri Lanka and Britain. They reflect on the historical influence of colonialism, the complexities of religious identities, and how cultural upbringing shapes personal narratives. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in capturing the nuanced experiences of the Sri Lankan diaspora.
The conversation also highlights the importance of communities like Hera project X in supporting creative Sri Lankan women globally.

Zaynab Zubair, a Sri Lankan-born British writer currently living in London. Zaynab was recently shortlisted for the 2024 English Writers Collective competition and has contributed to TimeOut magazine, as well as being featured on BBC Asian Radio.