Justicemakers Mela chalo! 🌱💡✨
All roads lead to Bhopal on November 29th & 30th.
Dear friends,
We are delighted to invite you to the Justicemakers Mela, set to take place on November 29th & 30th in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
The two-day gathering promises to be a beautiful space where storytellers, lawyers, legal entrepreneurs, grassroots organizations, changemakers, artists and justice innovators, all united to reimagine the future of law and justice in India.
The Mela is your opportunity to connect with 600+ changemakers, share ideas, and collaborate on creative solutions for a more just society. With workshops, storytelling circles, interactive sessions, and space for deep conversations, we’ll explore how innovation and ancient wisdom can come together to reshape the justice landscape.
Dates: November 29th - 30th, 2024
Location: Kushabhau Thakre Hall (formerly Minto Hall), Bhopal
Registration Link: https://mela24.agami.in (If anyone requires free accommodation during their stay in Bhopal, please do write in to tanya@agami.in)
What to expect at the Mela
Engaging Conversations
A range of insightful talks and sessions by changemakers who are transforming justice across India, from law and policy to activism and community building:
-Arati Kumar Rao, Environmental storyteller
-Justice Mustaque, Judge of The High Court of Kerala-Neha Dixit, Award-winning journalist and author
-Yuvan Aves, Naturalist and authorThree key ideas in action
-Nyay Shakti (Power to Make Justice) | How can we find the tools, approaches, and stories that drive strength, unify communities, and shape justice?
-Samadhan (Resolution) | How can we create the pathways and systems that resolve conflicts and disputes to help our society thrive?-Utthaan (Revival) | How can we revitalise our connection to self, land, and community to inspire regeneration for a better tomorrow?
Workshops & Co-Creative Spaces
Participate in hands-on workshops exploring legal tech, environmental justice, and community-driven solutionsStorytelling & Art
Experience how social change and creativity go hand in hand, from visual arts and music to more traditional forms of storytelling that inspire new perspectivesInnovation Ki Kashti
Meet 20+ justice innovators who are offering new ideas and solutions to make legal systems more inclusive and efficientInteractive Games & Activities
Participate in traditional and modern games that reflect justice themes, designed to help foster collaboration, empathy, and problem-solving skills
Words that resonated
“What unites us in the room is the possibility. Of creating different futures.”
-Supriya Sankaran, Co-Founder, Agami“Storytelling is sometimes the only way to get justice in this country.”
-Kalyan Varma, Wildlife Photographer, Filmmaker and Naturalist“Don’t dissolve the walls; climb over it so you can see both sides.”
- Madan Gopal Singh, Musician, Chaar Yaar
“Language is not a barrier when you have something to say.”
-Ram Lal, Puppeteer and Storyteller
We invite you to join us at the Justicemakers Mela, and share this email among your friends, family and anyone you feel should be a part! Come, let’s make justice together. 👊🏼
With all our love,
Agami Team
