Poetry in the Age of Anthropocene: Healing in a Fragmented World with Dr. Asra Raza

In this talk, Dr. Asra Raza will examine the role of poetry in the Anthropocene—a time marked by destruction, violence, and existential threats. Inspired by the concept of poetry as a path to healing, Professor Raza will explore classical Urdu poetry to demonstrate how it helps us confront loss, violence, and the looming destruction of our planet, offering a way to

reconnect with reality in our fractured existence. This session will be moderated by Syed Babar Ali, Founding Pro Chancellor, LUMS.