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Tasveer inspires social change through thought-provoking South Asian films, art, and storytelling

We envision an informed and just society where storytelling leads to truth-telling and in the process, individuals are entertained, transformed, healed, and empowered.

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Annual Report 2022

Rita Meher2023-03-15T14:33:42-07:00

Read our Annual Report for 2022 and and our work.

Community Speaks 2023

Rita Meher2023-01-14T20:19:27-08:00

Apply now to be a part of the 2nd Tasveer Community Speaks: Frames of Mind storytelling event and workshop.

TasveerTV

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TasveerTV launched on Feb 4th. Don’t miss it. First Month $0.99 only! Become a TasveerTV subscriber to watch some of the most thought-provoking South Asian cinema including a range of fiction features, documentaries, and short films, and watch them from the comfort of your own

Tasveer Open Mic

Rita Meher2022-05-18T23:46:15-07:00

Passionate about your art? Got something to say? Or simply practicing your orating skills? Express yourself! Date: 4th Thursday of every month Time: 6pm to 7pm PST; Sign-up by 5pm PST on the day of the event Location: Online, Zoom link will be sent 3hrs

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Annual Report 2022

Read our Annual Report for 2022 and and our work.

Community Speaks 2023

Apply now to be a part of the 2nd Tasveer Community Speaks: Frames of Mind storytelling event and workshop.

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TasveerTV

TasveerTV launched on Feb 4th. Don’t miss it. First Month $0.99 only! Become a TasveerTV subscriber to watch some of the most thought-provoking South Asian cinema including a range of fiction features, documentaries, and short […]

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Tasveer Open Mic

Passionate about your art? Got something to say? Or simply practicing your orating skills? Express yourself! Date: 4th Thursday of every month Time: 6pm to 7pm PST; Sign-up by 5pm PST on the day of […]

Submit your Film to TSAFF 2023

Watch Out! Reading the rest of this post could pu

Watch Out!

Reading the rest of this post could put you in a good mood.

Like #pikeplace Roast or #cbd, Tasveer presents #pnw's finest next generation of #southasian comedians at @here_after_belltown, April 13th 7 pm.

You could discover the next @harikondabolu @lilly @hasanminhaj, laugh and have a good time.

So, stop feeling blue at the overcast #seattle sky and get your endorphins boost at Tasveer Open-mic Comedy Night Today!

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#openmic #standupcomedy #funny

A tale told from cradle to the grave. Sounds like

A tale told from cradle to the grave.

Sounds like a typical story, right?

No, not when it is told from a woman's point of view.

Tasveer Reels Presents Female Gaze Shorts, a collection of short films that captures a glimpse of how half of the people living in this world negotiate the world. Whether it is something as innocent as their relationship with their grandparents or something as difficult as the violation of self they feel without consent, it is impossible to confine a woman's life and her various experiences into any preconceived categories.

Share in the richness of their experiences this women's history month with Tasveer’s Female Gaze Shorts on March 31st, @siffnews 7PM

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🎬 #WomensMonth #filmscreening #womeninfilm #womenempowermentmovement

A special Thank You to all the prize and cake dono

A special Thank You to all the prize and cake donors at our Sixth Annual Gala.

@macrinabakery @pccmarkets @nothingbundtcakes @seattlemarriottredmond @lariaddafoodtruck @edandliz_europeanbakehouse MayuriSeattle, @19aparna and Priya Karaya for the beautiful cakes of our Dessert Dash.

Other cake providers, thank you @shailaja_ra0 @ukzhmaan @btw_nikeh @iamkhenrab and @ritameher

Thank You Prize donors @alaskaairl @ooladistillery @nirmalsseattle Julie and Tehmosp Khan for Seattle Sounders tickets, Kuntal Roy and Board member Sarita Joshi. Thank you @totalwine for table wine.

Last but not the least, Thank You to our Emcee for the night @faceurf3ars

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Thank you to everyone who came to our sold out Gal

Thank you to everyone who came to our sold out Gala last Saturday and supporting Your local South Asian non-profit @tasveerorg

Thank you to our sponsors, @harikondabolu @senatormankadhingra, @djkazan @live2danceseattle

A short reel for you to enjoy from the Gala courtesy @iamkhenrab

Share yours along with #Tasveer #TasveerSpeak #tasveergala #tasveer #tasveerspeak #tasveerspeaks

What a night! Thank you to everyone who came out

What a night!

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Sold Out Gala last Saturday and supporting Your local South Asian non-profit @tasveerorg

Hope you had as much fun at the Gala as we had hosting it with @harikondabolu and @senatormankadhingra. Your donation and support will help us continue to fund thought provoking events and showcase the work of talented filmmakers and artists.

We are still tallying our donation numbers and will be sending an update shortly.
In the meantime, share your pics and videos from the night and tag us at #Tasveer #TasveerSpeak #TasveerGala

Thank you Sponsors -- Himalaya Homes, @inataifdn, @gatesfoundation, Ranjini and Rajeev Ranjan Family Trust, K & L Gates, The Satya & Rao Remala Foundation, Madison Avenue Realty LLC, and @live2danceseattle and @djkazan

This women's history month, Tasveer brings to you

This women's history month, Tasveer brings to you this powerful collection of feminist short films exploring themes of sexual awakening, parenthood and independence. Join us on March 31st for a thought-provoking screening that delves into themes of desire, consent, and autonomy, leaving you feeling empowered and inspired.

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Counting the days to this Saturday, to our Sixth A

Counting the days to this Saturday, to our Sixth Annual Gala.

A gathering of those who believe in the power of storytelling and South Asian representation.
We look forward to seeing you there.

Get your tickets now 🌸

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Tasveer/@ritameher visiting @sxsw and listening t

Tasveer/@ritameher visiting @sxsw and listening to Alka Bhanot of @indiememe and other festivals. We have found a community in Austin with lovely people of @indiememe ❤️ check out their festival in April.

Rita Meher and Tasveer at @sxsw @southasianhouse

Rita Meher and Tasveer at @sxsw @southasianhouse SouthAsianHouse

We know, we're a little late to the party 🥹 Bu

We know, we're a little late to the party 🥹

But here's a small appreciation post for the faces of Tasveer, who choose to wake up and do good, every single day of their lives ♥️
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#reels #womensday #womensday2023 #explore #seattlexplore #Tasveer #WomenofTasveer #Womenfilmmakers

We're super stoked to share our 2022 Annual Report

We're super stoked to share our 2022 Annual Report with you. Every step we've taken has been fueled by a passion to provide a platform for South Asian artists to tell their stories. As we reflect on our progress, we're filled with gratitude for our community and supporters who make our work possible. Together, let's continue to shine a light on the voices that deserve to be heard.

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#Grateful #TogetherWeCan #SupportOurCause #DoGood

Are you ready to hang out with Hari Kondabolu? He

Are you ready to hang out with Hari Kondabolu? He is almost at the Door! What: 6th Tasveer Gala: Let’s get together for Arts
When: Saturday, March 18th, 2023, 6PM
Where: Marriott Redmond, 7401 164th Ave NE, Redmond
Why: Join us for an evening of music, dining, and giving back at our Annual Gala. The funds raised will be directed to the cause of South Asian filmmakers, advocates and artists; those who highlight social justice issues and marginalized voices and narratives of the South Asian community.

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Inspiring social change through art, film, & storytelling. Celebrate w/ us Nov 3 - 20 for the 17th Tasveer South Asian Film Festival, in-person or online!

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22 Feb

It is Historic: Seattle has become the first city to ban caste-based discrimination! and we were part of this history making ✊ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/seattle-becomes-first-us-city-ban-caste-discrimination-rcna71709

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22 Feb

Love has won over hate as Seattle has become the first in the nation to ban caste discrimination. We have braved rape threats, death threats, disinformation, and bigotry. Thank you to the 200 organizations who stood with us! Thank you to the 30 caste oppressed civil rights… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1628199685554061312

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21 Feb

Happy Tibetan New Year!

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Tasveer is in solidarity to endorse the proposed ordinance outlawing caste-based discrimination in the city of Seattle. Our work has regularly featured films that depict the horrors of the caste system. #BanCasteInUSA

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11 Feb

Tasveer had the good fortune to host Roya Sadat's A Letter to the President @TSAFF 2018.
This Saturday it's happening at Jashin: A Celebration of Afghan Arts at @SeattleOpera.
Don't miss Tasveer ED Rita Meher in conversation with Roya Sadat
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