Starting today, for three days, authors and speakers from around the country (and some from outside) will be part of an online literature festival that is focused on diversity and inclusion. Organised by Delhi-based Belongg, an impact-based venture that brings discrimination-free services (housing and healthcare) to those who face identity-linked prejudice, it will see over 75 speakers in 30 structured sessions.

The seed of a literature festival was planted early by the year-old organisation, with the opening of a physical library space in Delhi where film screenings, open mics and potlucks were a regular occurrence. “We have also had a book club as a means of a cultural service. The club used literature as a medium to spread the message. Here, we discussed authors and writings that spoke on the subjects of diversity and discrimination,” explains Lasya Nadimpally, community manager.