Beyond the pitch

 For me, CDA should not be against power or hieraries, but should be against the elites. The history has proven (even the recent events at the aragalaya have proven) that people suffer as a result of inequl distribution of resources and power. What we need to understand is that elitism is root problem for the inequality. Even though the word 'elite' is predominanly used in a positive sense, elitism connotes that a privileged few enjoy the most resources in a society denying other groups of people access and exposure to the resources. This can work in multiple layers since, the less you have access, the further you are marginalised. 

 Are languages as neutral as they are claimed to be? Do languages reflect the cultural and behavioural patterns of the people who use them? Read this article to explore the relationship between power and language. The 'Dictation Test' referred to in this article is a textbook example of Linguistic Imperialism and how languages are used as a means of hegemonizing power and hierarchy. Enjoy this article! https://www.sundaytimes.lk/220925/plus/the-call-of-australia-from-early-cingalese-to-recent-migration-496622.html

 This article begs the question: Is Academia a Toxic Place for Creative, Passionate Women?  https://www.sundayobserver.lk/2022/05/22/impact/dr-diana-beresford-kroeger-forest-woman

  https://www.sundayobserver.lk/2022/05/22/impact/gruesome-slaying-hamer-family

 Does  our environments affect the quality of what we are writing? Are you empowered or more concentrated on your writing when you  distance yourself from your loved ones or comfort zones? What does it mean to write something in a space you are not comfortable.

Feminism is a critical theory that critically evaluate patriarchal values and how patriarchy functions in society. This essay aims to critically evaluate observances, beliefs and customs revolve on women and female condition from a feminist theoretical perspective. 

 Sri Lankan students are supposed to write 10 15 page assignments when they write assignments. Does this make sense? Does the lengthy assignments put them off? Did it affect the quality of their writing or their engagement with the task at hand? How have the teachers/lecturers justified the number of words or the quantity of the word? As an ESL practioner, I think these questions need to bs answered as soon as possible.