Afrofuturism
Saturday, October 29, 2022
Where Do We Go From Here? A discussion of Afro futurism powered by African and African diasporic spiritual and religious traditions and the belief that the past, present and future are interconnected.
This Conference will delve into and build upon the following ideas, concepts and questions:
How do we create an unshakeable foundation for those who come after we are long gone?
How do we move from surviving to thriving?
If power is in unity, how do we unify?
How do we heal ourselves into the future?
What about us needs to be healed?
What must we do to see ourselves as a part of every aspect of the future, see ourselves functioning in every area of the world and life in general.
Asking and answering, what would the world look like if we were truly free, safe, and powerful.
What are our Ancestors and Orisa asking of us?
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Whitney Battle-Baptiste
Invited Presenters: Adisa Terry, Alade McKen, Alex Spencer, Bishop Kwabena Rainey Cheeks, Corriel Smith, Erica Small, Esmeralda Simmons, Imani Gross, Imna Arroyo, Khadijah Janna, Marta Vega, Mel Adun, Oloriwaa! Tania Molina
Panel Discussions:
The Evolving Nature of our Tradition: Our past, present and future are embodied in our understanding of Orisa.
Honoring the Many Paths: A discussion of the traditions of the African Diaspora.
Workshop Topics:
Odu and the Evolution of Life
Spiritual baths (includes demonstration)
Time Travel through the Arts and Literature; From Octavia Butler to Imna Arroyo
Afrofuturism: Sustainability through Institution Building and Industry
Flier Art by ©Natalie Alleyne, 2006
