In this thought-provoking debate, renowned writer and poet Maria Stepanova reflects on the experiences of displacement and how it shapes our contemporary world. Using her personal experience of exile, Stepanova examines displacement as a profound linguistic and imaginative threshold that informs our perceptions of belonging, connection, and exchange. With millions of people facing displacement today, the conversation will dive into the nuances of language and literature, questioning what it means for poetry to thrive across languages and the promises found in the spaces between them. Known for her attention to history, memory, and language, Stepanova's works, including her literary essay 'In Memory of Memory' and her novel 'Disappearing', explore the interplay of personal and collective trauma. The event will open with a reading from the works of Merce Rodoreda by actress Marcia Cistero, setting the stage for a rich discussion that will illuminate the complexities of language and the '