For this edition of Fight The Power: Films of Resistance, we’re screening Mohamed Kordofani’s quietly devastating Goodbye Julia. Set in Khartoum in the years surrounding the secession of South Sudan, the film explores the intimate consequences of Sudan’s entrenched racial, ethnic, and political divisions, tracing how historical injustice and unspoken guilt shape everyday relationships long after formal political change.

To deepen our understanding of how these unresolved histories continue to structure Sudan’s present — fuelling mass displacement, ethnic violence, and what many human rights organisations have described as genocidal campaigns, particularly in Darfur — the screening will be accompanied by a post-film discussion addressing the roots and realities of Sudan’s ongoing crisis.

About the speakers

She is the co-founder of Sidra, an organization focused on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and supporting victims of the ongoing war through initiatives such as “The Third Track – the Humanitarian Track.” Dr. Adam is also a passionate advocate for women’s rights and empowerment.

Abdulaal Hussein is a Sudanese Dutch storyteller, actor, and community organizer based in the Netherlands. Through theatre, film, and public dialogue, he shares personal and collective stories about displacement, freedom, and resilience. His work focuses on amplifying Sudanese voices and creating spaces for meaningful conversations around identity, migration, and social justice. Abdulaal regularly collaborates with cultural institutions, libraries, and community initiatives, using storytelling as a tool for connection and change.