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Join Constellations at the Auburn Avenue Research Library for an evening of culture and community to celebrate the launch of book, Civil Sights with author and historic preservationist, Gene Kansas, hosted by Jon Goode. The evening will feature music by the Mario Fogg Quartet and special guests Jacqueline Jones Royster, Errin Haines, and Mario Reyes.
A press conference and panel discussion to launch “Inspired Generosity: Muslim American Stories in Philanthropy.” The event will showcase the contributions of Muslim Americans through art and storytelling. The panel will explore “the challenges of bias creeping into media coverage, particularly when reporting on the Muslim community.” Panelists include Sophia Qureshi – Founder of 285 […]
The documentary film Gurumbé discusses the erasure of slavery from history books in Spain, and the contribution to flamenco music and dance by Black communities on two sides of the Atlantic Ocean. Admission is free but RSVP is required. Yinka Esi Graves will participate in a short discussion after the film screening.
The African Film Festival Atlanta (AFFATL), powered by the African Film & Arts Foundation Inc. (AFAF), is pleased to announce some spotlight films: the opening feature, the centerpiece, and the closing night feature. The festival takes place from September 21st to September 25th and October 7th to 8th, 2023. The September screenings will be held at the Auburn Avenue […]
In 2023, celebrate with the Department of Africana Studies at Georgia State University to discuss the role of Black popular culture in the fight for social justice at the 2nd biennial Beyond the Culture: Black Popular Culture and Social Justice conference at Georgia State University. The conference will be held in Atlanta on February 8-10, 2023 at the Auburn Avenue Research […]
A first-of-its-kind joint event that bridges the gap between Georgia and Africa’s film industries. Come celebrate with RoadShow Africa & RoadShow Equity Partners! About this event On October 20th, RoadShow Equity Partners and their subsidiary, RoadShow Africa, will present the Africa Film Showcase, a one-night-only in-person Event and Awards Ceremony. The Africa Film Showcase will […]
As part of the Annual Meeting of the African Studies Association (ASA) Conference held in Atlanta this year, K-14 educators are invited to participate in an all-day Teacher’s Workshop focused on teaching Africa. Sessions include: • Presentation on Resources for Teachers; Facilitators: African Studies Council Representatives • How to Re-write African History and Include African […]
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