Fazil Moradi, a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Johannesburg and an expert on political violence, discusses his groundbreaking book on the Anfāl operations in Iraq. He delves into the concept of 'anthropological hospitality,' emphasizing the need for researchers to honor survivor narratives. Moradi also highlights the powerful links between art and trauma, reflecting on how creativity emerges from conflict. Exploring themes of justice, gender, and collective memory, he offers a profound look at the resilience of those affected by state-sanctioned violence.

Fazil Moradi, Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Johannesburg, discusses his book 'Being Human: Political Modernity and Hospitality in Kurdistan-Iraq.' He explores how political violence challenges human connections, emphasizing the ethical responsibility of researchers to engage with survivors' narratives. Moradi highlights art as a form of resistance, showcasing the work of Faik Russell, which symbolizes trauma and resilience. He also sheds light on the experiences of female survivors from the Anfal genocide, illustrating the complexities of memory and the quest for justice.