Exchange as Methodology
Exchange as Methodology: Exchange as an embodied, emplaced and relational way of enquiry. Transformative Memory International Network employs the methodology of exchange to investigate on critical issues, for creative intervention and knowledge production.
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Testimony of a Memory Keeper: Jane LuykeThis short video depicted the night of the welcome dinner at Jane Luyke's backyard, 15 February 2025. Jane hosted the participants of the Indonesia Knowledge Exchange 2025. The night includes a performance from Dialita Choir, pop-up exhibit curated by Alit Ambara, a spread of Indonesian food and dessert, as well exchanges of stories, gifts, and solidarity. This video is created and contributed by Jane's grandson, Vadimitra. -
Catalogue "Conversing with Domestic Memory"This is the catalogue of TMIN Indonesia Travelling Exhibit titled "Conversing with Domestic Memory." The catalogue consists of the list of artists and their artworks that were exhibited in Ruang MES 56, Jogjakarta, from February 18 to 22, 2025. The catalogue was designed by poster artist, Alit Ambara. -
Through Jane's Eyes: A Journey of Memory, Trauma and HealingThis reflection is written by Moses Okot, youth activist from Youth Advocacy Network, in Gulu, Uganda. Moses wrote this document as part of his reflection upon participating in the Indonesia Knowledge Exchange, 15-22 February, 2025. -
Songs of Hope - Dialita ChoirDialita choir performed the songs that once sung in prisons and were created by political prisoners. Various songs that emerged in these prisons were sung but never written down. Dialita choir consisted of women who were once political prisoners, daughters of political prisoners or the disappeared victims of 1965-66 massacres in Indonesia, and women who are steadfast in their support of justice and truth. Dialita performed a few of their songs to welcome the participants of Indonesia Knowledge Exchange, as well one song from Colombia and another from Uganda as a testament of their solidarity for the struggles for memory and justice in both countries.