2008 International Goan Convention Programme.

We welcome suggestions for inclusion/discussion, as well as proposals for moderation, panel-inclusion, paper presentation.

There will be a number of fast-paced daily seminars, from 10am - 4 pm, on the first 3 days, encapsulating & covering many of the foll. burning topics of Goan interest:

i.    Art & Fashion.
ii.   Music & Drama.
ii.   Caste & Discrimination.
iv.   Cuisine.
v.    Education.
vi.   Language & Literature.
vii.  History & Identity.
viii. Heritage & Preservation.
ix.   Trade & Tourism.
x.    Environment & Land issues.
xi.   Sports.
xii.  NRI/NRG issues & initiatives.

2008 CONVENTION SCHEDULE:

1. Workshops - Wed Jul 23rd, Thurs Jul 24th and Fri Jul 25th.
2. Panel Discussions and Presentations - Thurs Jul 24th and Fri Jul 25th
3. Evening Entertainment - "Goan Idol" - Thurs July 24th, Super Hit Tiatro - Fri Jul 25th, Convention Ball - Saturday, July 26th.
4. Weekend Events -

Viva Goa - Saturday, July 26th (day event).
Village Community Picnic - cancelled.

Other events: Play Golf, Monday July 21st, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
                      Details to follow.

Daily Programs

Wednesday Jul 23rd
Item/Event: Workshops only - must be preregistered
Location: UTM