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kanthari SPREAD THE SPICE festival
October 13, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - October 15, 2023 @ 8:00 pm
kanthari SPREAD THE SPICE festival- Day 1
October 13 @ 15:00 – 20:00
SPREAD THE SPICE, is a 3-day festival that showcases ideas for social change and innovative solutions for a brighter future. The event is organized and hosted by kanathari 2023 participants.
kanthari is an international leadership training institution for social change makers located in Vellayani, Trivandrum, Kerela. It offers an immersive, hands-on, training program that equips change-makers who have overcome adversity with all the tools and skills required to start their own impactful social/environmental organization.
The event is a space of collaboration, visibility, engagement, and participation between
kantharis, organizations in the social sector, government officials, and YOU!
There will be diverse activities ranging from live band performances, drummers, culture shows, and fashion shows.
The will exhibition stalls will be, Alternative Education, Peace building, Disability – Ability, Environment: Women empowerment
“Be a part of a grand cultural journey as we kick off our event with a procession from the museum to the festival venue. Join us for the opening ceremony, featuring warm welcomes, insightful speeches, and the symbolic seed planting. Get ready for a fantastic lineup, including stalls, exhibitions, and an international dance showcase from 6 diverse countries. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the art and culture of Cameroon, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe. The event will conclude with the closing of the exhibition. Experience the world’s diversity in one place!”
| Sl.No | Activity | Time |
| DAY 1: FRIDAY 13TH OCTOBER 2023 | ||
| 1 | Procession from the museum to FESTIVAL Venue | 14:30-15:00 |
| 2 | Opening ceremony – Welcome speech – Kantharis Representative Speech – Speech by the chief guest – Seed planting – Announcements and briefing of the exhibition |
15:00-15:45 |
| 3 | Stall & Exhibition | 16:00-18:00 |
| 4 | Dance: Representation from 6 different countries Cameroon, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya,Liberia, Malawi, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Zimbabwe |
18:00-19:00 |
| 5 | Exhibition | 19:00-20:30 |
| 6 | Closing of the exhibition | 20:30-21:00 |
kanthari SPREAD THE SPICE festival – Day 2
October 14 @ 15:00 – 21:00
“Get ready for more fun as the stalls and festival reopen! Join us for an exciting ice-breaking event with a blind wheelchair race that promises laughter and camaraderie. Enjoy the electrifying live band performance that will keep you on your feet. Explore the vibrant exhibition and stalls, and savor the cultural richness on display. As the day comes to a close, witness the exhibition’s final moments, and be part of a memorable ending to an incredible event.”
| Sl.No | Activity | Time |
| DAY 2 : 14TH SATURDAY OCTOBER 2023 | ||
| 1 | Stall & Festival Reopens | 15:00-17:30 |
| 2 | Ice-breaking: Blind wheel chair race Performance: Live Band performance |
17:30-18:30 |
| 3 | Exhibition | 18:30:20:30 |
| 5 | Stall & Exhibition | 19:30-20:30 |
| 6 | Closing of the exhibition | 20:30-21:00 |
kanthari SPREAD THE SPICE festival – Day 3
October 15 @ 15:00 – 21:00
“Welcome back to the reopening of our stalls and festival, where the festivities continue. Enjoy a captivating cultural performance by our enthusiastic participants. Engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion on the significance of social change, followed by a gala of enchanting music. Witness a spectacular fashion show that celebrates style and creativity. We’ll also take a moment to honor the volunteers who made this event possible. Join us for the grand finale at the closing ceremony, as we bid farewell to an event filled with culture, discussions, and entertainment.”
| Sl.No | Activity | Time |
| DAY 3: 15TH OCTOBER 2023 | ||
| 1 | Stalls and Festival Reopens | 15:00-18:00 |
| 2 | Panel Discussion on significance of social change | 18:00-19:00 |
| 4 | Cancer Awareness session | 19:00-19:20 |
| 5 | Fashion Show | 19:20-20:15 |
| 6 | Honoring the Volunteers | 20:15-20:30 |
| 7 | Honoring the Sponsors | 20:30-20:45 |
| 8 | Vote of thanks | 20:45-21:00 |