Incorrigible: A Film about Velma Demerson

Feb
08
When: Wednesday, Feb 8, 2023, 2:30PM - 4:00PM PST
Where:

Building 200, Room 203

Add to CalendarIncorrigible: A Film about Velma Demerson02/08/2023 02:30 PM02/08/2023 04:00 PMMM/DD/YYYYAmerica/VancouverfalseaYqCFcQpUzxLBYhTummH26494

In 1939 Velma Demerson was jailed for falling in love with a Chinese man. Pregnant and without legal counsel, she was sentenced to one year in prison. 60 years later she sued the Ontario government for wrongful incarceration. Director Karin Lee will join for a Q&A following the screening.

Hosted by VIUFA HRISCSociology and Anthropology