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Liberty, Art & Culture Seminars (LACS)

 

 

What is LACS?

Ever thought about:  Is ART for the masses? WHO will look after the Taj Mahal? Globalisation: A threat to Indian Culture? Market or State: Who is good for the arts? Are we cultural pessimists or optimists? Liberty & equality: can we have both? Individual & Society: A Conflict? Has our culture become commercial? Are Indians free to express? Censor the Censors? Are businessmen moral? What is creativity?

No? Thats what LACS is about! Getting to look at things differently.  Its not about making you sit and take down notes.  LACS is a four-day residential seminar exclusively for students or recent graduates of media, literature, performing & creative arts to provide a greater understanding of the society and culture, within the classical liberal framework that emphasises limited government, rule of law, free trade, and individual rights.

Its a platform to explore ideas in a rigorous four days through working Groups where YOU do the talking/ field exercises: Get to know the REAL thing/ documentary screenings & interactive discussions with Filmmakers & Experts/ chit-chat over coffee and food!

About 45 students are selected through an application process.  Participants will bear travel costs to the venue.  Room & board will be provided by CCS!

How to participate?

  • What are we looking for?
    A open mind, Loads of enthusiasm and a strong Desire for CHANGE!

  • Who is eligible?
    College students currently enrolled in an under-grad/ post-grad program or recent graduates from any of the following streams: media, literature, performing arts/ creative arts

  • LACS 2006: Be on the lookout for the LACS dates and cities for 2006

LACS Before & After

Getting geared up for LACS

        See what you think about issues. Take the FREEDOMETER!
        Read articles related to LACS themes. Download the LACS Reader

Following up on LACS 

           International Outreach: Seminar graduates compete for a chance to attend seminars in US.

           Contribute to eCatalyst: An online newsletter of, for and by LSS and LACS Grads.

          Participate in Liberalism in Life Competition.

          Become a Research Intern

          Make a film on livelihood! Participate in Jeevika

          Start a Friends of Freedom Group in your city

          Join team CCS

LACS So Far

We have organised five Liberty, Art & Culture Seminars since 2003.  Click on the links to know more.

LACS 2005
New Delhi: October 6-9 Program Details
Mumbai: November 24-27 Program Details

LACS 2004
New Delhi: August 26-29  Program Schedule
Kolkata: November 4-7  Program Schedule

LACS 2003
New Delhi: November 27-30 Program Schedule

LACS Grads Speak

I have a lot of questions that are left unanswered, but this seminar has taught me to search the answers myself. Thanks. 
Ranjana Kumari, LACS Delhi 2005

I got a chance to be damn honest and have learnt to welcome others' opinions.
Somolekha Sur, LACS Kolkata 2004

A worthful experience with lots to gain, profuse intellectual discourse and great people to meet- thats what LACS experience is all about.
Pranav Prakash, LACS Delhi 2004

Wake up, look around, question, and make your difference.
Swati Chawla, LACS Delhi 2004

It not only showed me the way to develop India, but developed me individually as well.
Rohit Raman, LACS Delhi 2004

LACS Kolkata 2004 was an enriching, informative experience that prompted us to think beyond the apparent and obvious.
Chintan Girish Modi, LACS Kolkata 2004

I am leaving with many questions unanswered, but the point is, now at least I have questions and I am sure I will find the answers. Thank you very much.
Venkatam Reddy, LACS Delhi 2004
 

Doubts? Questions? Contact Us

Want to contact a LACS Grad personally?

Swati Chawla  Email: email.swatichawla@gmail.com

Manali Shah
Program Coordinator, Centre for Civil Society
K-36 Hauz Khas Enclave, New Delhi 110016
26537456; 26521882; mana@ccsindia.org
 

 

 


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