From the late nineteenth century until World War II, thousands of Javanese settled in New Caledonia as indentured labourers in the agricultural and mining industries.
Very few ever returned to Java, and there is now a French-speaking Javanese community in New Caledonia. In the presentation Pam Allen discusses the ways in which they have preserved their cultural affiliations with Indonesia.
| WHEN: | Thursday Sept 23rd | |
| TIME: | 4.10pm – 5.30pm | |
| WHERE: | University of Tasmania | |
| Hobart S205 L’ton N117 |
Associate Professor Pam Allen teaches in the School of Asian Languages and Studies Indonesian program as well as being Associate Dean Teaching and Learning in the Faculty of Arts.
Her research interests include contemporary Indonesian Literature and pop culture with a focus on postcolonial studies, gender issues and minority ethnic voices.
Recent work includes research into the impact of regional autonomy on literature and the Arts in Indonesia (specifically Bali and West Sumatra), and work on the Javanese diasporas in Suriname and New Caledonia. Her publications include articles on these areas as well as translations (into English) of contemporary Indonesian fiction.
To read more visit the UTas Faculty of Arts School of Asian Languages & Studies website, or download the flyer