The Greek Community of Melbourne presents a lecture titled ‘The Economy in Crisis: Cartooning during the Greek Financial Crisis’ as part of the Greek History and Culture Seminars presented by Dr Anna Tsalapatanis.
Dr Tsalapatanis is a distinguished Lecturer in Sociology and Social Policy at University College London, will deliver this engaging lecture, which will be livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube on Thursday, 25 May at 7pm.
The Greek financial crisis, which unfolded in 2009, captured the world’s attention. Throughout this challenging period, political cartoonists from across the globe turned their focus to Greece, utilising various creative techniques such as allegories, visual metaphors, and clever wordplay to delve into the country’s economic turmoil.
Their cartoons depicted themes of destruction, drawing inspiration from Greece’s rich classical past, featuring imagery of crumbling temples, fractured columns, and shattered pottery.
Additionally, some cartoons resorted to negative stereotypes, perpetuating portrayals of Greeks as indolent, inept, or excessively hedonistic.
In her lecture, Dr Anna Tsalapatanis will present her extensive research, which involved a comprehensive analysis of a diverse collection of cartoons from the period of the financial crisis. By examining cartoons from both domestic and international media, she will identify common themes, draw insightful comparisons, and explore their profound significance.
ABOUT THE LECTURER
Dr Tsalapatanis will offer valuable insights into the power and influence of political cartooning, shedding light on how Greece was depicted and perceived on the global stage.
She brings a wealth of expertise to her work, encompassing various fields such as access to justice, migration studies, digital disadvantage, bureaucracy, culture, and identity. Employing qualitative research methods, she engages in interdisciplinary research to gain a comprehensive understanding of complex social phenomena. With a PhD in Sociology from the Australian National University and a Masters’ Degree in Southeastern European Studies from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Dr Tsalapatanis possesses a strong academic background.
Her extensive teaching experience in disciplines such as Anthropology, Sociology, Geography, Law, Migration, and Globalisation Studies further enhances her standing in academia.
When: Thursday, 25 May, at 7pm
Where: Facebook and YouTube
