Exploring Identity and Belonging

Insights from Wang Bang’s ‘The Texture of Hard Times’.

Guest Speaker:
Wang Bang (freelance journalist and UK-based writer).

Organised and Moderated by:
Yehong Wei

Videographer:
Yuxuan Wu
Cai

Editing:
Yehong Wei

Location:
London, Luckypot Art Space

Date:
October 21, 2023

This salon explored the critical themes of identity, belonging, and cross-cultural exchange within the context of life in the UK. Featuring insights from Wang Bang and her acclaimed book The Texture of Hard times, An Observational Memoir of life in the UK — which was among the top 10 recommended books on the Chinese Douban platform in 2023 — the discussion delved into the complexities of British society. Wang Bang’s perspective illuminated the lived experiences of individuals navigating cultural and social challenges in the UK.

Key topics included identity negotiation, fostering belonging within marginalised communities, and practical approaches to cross-cultural communication. The discussion also addressed language barriers and reconciling familial expectations with personal aspirations, all within the broader context of diasporic experiences.

Last update , Aug 2024