Today we talk about the complexities of witch hunting across India with advocates Dr. Samantha Spence and Dr. Amit Anand from the organization, The International Network Against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices. This conversation highlights how intersectional factors such as legislation, culture, religion, superstition, gender, and status tie into the manifestation of witchcraft fear and resultant violence in unique communities. What solutions can work on the ground?
We consider: Why do we witch hunt? How do we witch hunt? How do we stop hunting witches?
Links
The International Network Against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices
Interview with Greater Boston, Josh Hutchinson, and Dr. Emerson Baker (at 15:38)
Two of Windsor: Accused and Exonerated of Witchcraft with Beth Caruso
Preservation Connecticut Presentation: Sarah Jack and Josh Hutchinson
Fox Live Now, Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack
Before there was Salem, there was Connecticut with Dr. Kathy Hermes and Sarah Jack
Washington Post, Josh Hutchinson Interview
Petition to recognize those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts
List of those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts
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