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In Conversation with Leïla Slimani
29 NOVEMBER 2025
Renowned for her explorations of desire, power, and cultural identity, French-Moroccan author Leïla Slimani has established herself as a compelling voice in contemporary literature. In this conversation, she will engage the audience on themes such as literature, identity and belonging, desire, and motherhood.
This talk will be in English.
All are welcome. Registration required
Journalisme à la Française
3 NOVEMBER 2025
Journalisme à la Française | Studying Journalism in France
Date: Monday, 3 November 2025
Time: 16:00 to 17:50
Venue: Main Library 2/F, multi-purpose area, HKU
Join us for a unique event celebrating French journalism! Immerse yourself in discussions with specialists on French journalism.
In Conversation with Edouard Louis
31 OCTOBER 2025
In Conversation with Édouard Louis
Friday, 31 October 2025, 4:15 – 5:30 pm
Room CPD-2.19 – Centennial Campus, HKU
Acclaimed French writer Édouard Louis is known for his powerful autobiographical novels that explore themes of class, identity, and social injustice. In this conversation, Édouard Louis will engage the audience on themes such as literature, violence, gender identity, and class.






