The Tribal Design Forum (TDF) is set to organize a three-day bootcamp at ‘The Heritage’ in Kohima to collaboratively explore how art, design, and technology can benefit the tribal communities of Nagaland.
The event aims to foster a deeper understanding of these fields through case studies, workshops, film screenings, showcases, and group discussions, leading to more informed awareness among practitioners and policymakers envisioning the growth of tribal communities in Nagaland.
Experts from various states of the country will participate as guest speakers in the three-day boot camp. Speakers includes Hetvi Trivedi, a GI expert from Gujarat; Abhijit Sinha from Bangalore, focusing on ‘Project Design Education for Yourself; Architect Ankush Chandran from the Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture and Environmental Studies in Mumbai; Rida Goteph and Gopal Krishnan from Dakti Craft in Meghalaya; and Daniel Syiem from Design for North East India.
During the boot camp, a distinguished panel discussion will feature prominent speakers, including Padma Shri recipient Sentila Yanger; advisor Industries & Commerce, Hekani Jakhalu Kense and Asenla Walling from Department of Industry and Commerce of the Nagaland Government; Veyielo Doulo from the Department of Tourism; and Reny Wilfred, joint secretary of the Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland. Additionally, H. Alongse Sangtam, joint director of the Department of Employment, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship, along with APP Menguzelie Suhu, secretary and ex-officio director Kovi Meyase, will grace the panel with their esteemed presence.
Participants from various states will join Nagaland’s designers, gaining insights not only from discussions and workshops but also experiencing a glimpse of Naga culture and its rich heritage.
The boot camp in Kohima is being held in collaboration with Textile Designer Margret Zinyu and her label “Woven Thread” . This is the second edition of the TDF boot camp. The next, third edition of the boot camp will take place in Ukhrul, Manipur, from October 6 to October 8, in collaboration with Ishi. One can log in to www.tribaldesignforum.com