Sankofa Talks: Intergenerational Conversations within African Diasporic Movements
The knowledge of the past must never be forgotten.
For Black August, we are hosting our Sankofa Talks, a series of intergenerational conversations with elder activists, and social justice movement leaders as they engage in reflective exchanges with the next generation. These talks will explore how past efforts of Black Liberation directly affect and inform the future. Some of the topics are “Black Liberation in the Classroom,” “Boricua Identity in Black Movements,” & “Navigating Activism as Black Women.” Be sure to check our social media platforms to know when these talks are happening!
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Black Liberation in the Classroom | August 17th
Education is the first step to achieving liberation, and Black educators are the change agents who create space for our community’s liberation. For August 17th’s Sanoka Talk, Michael Wiggins, Director of Engagement and Education for Little Island, and educator and organizer, Akiea “Ki” Gross, will be discussing how they envision equitable education for the Diaspora.
Boricua Identity in Black Movements | August 18th
The Puerto Rican community has been an integral part of the Black Liberation movement. On August 18th’s Sankofa Talk, we will be having former Young Lord and poet, Felipe Luciano along with social justice activist, Iman Abdul, as they discuss the Boricua community and its involvement in Black liberation movements.
Navigating Activism as Black Women | August 24th
Black Women have been at the forefront of the liberation movement. Whether at home or in the streets, black women have used their voices, strength, and wisdom to ensure that the revolution moves forward. On August 24th, Rosa Clemente and Chelsea Miller will have a conversation about the dynamics of navigating through the liberation movement as a black woman.