Sankofa Bermuda in collaboration with CURB presents
 
Community Voices Speak
The Emancipation Edition & Vendors Market
 
Date: Thursday, July 10th
 
Time 6:00PM to 8:30PM`
 
Tickets: $35
 
Location: BUEI,  40 Crow Lane, Pembroke, Bermuda (along East Broadway)

Come and hear short dynamic talks on history, culture, and community from thought leaders sharing insightful thought-provoking topics designed to inspire, educate, and challenge the attendees.

The event opens at 6:00PM with vendors market and networking, until 6:45PM.

The speakers talk series, follows promptly from 6:45PM– 8:00PM with a final opportunity to connect with all speakers from 8:00PM until 8:30PM

Speakers' series & Talks:
 
1. Decolonizing Language with Rashida Godwin : This talk, will share how use of language has evolved over the years, concerning Emancipation, Colonization and Enslavement and focus will be on the use of terminology in historical context and the importance of how it needs to be reframed when making reference to it.
 
2. Beyond Likeability: Racial Ideology, Self-Actualization, and Black Masculinity with Rajai Denbrook: This talk offers a critical reflection on the ethical integrity and contemporary experience of racial ideology, including the limitations and illusions of the implicitly held expectations of public-presentation and embodiment as they pertain to the black masculine in particular.
 
3. History of Emancipation with Cordell Riley: The History of Emancipation in Bermuda traces the long struggle for freedom from slavery, culminating in the official abolition on August 1, 1834. It reflects both the resilience of the enslaved and the ongoing journey toward racial justice and equality in Bermudian society.
 
4. Reparations with Hashim Estwick: The call for reparations in Bermuda stems from the enduring legacy of slavery and colonialism, which created deep social and economic disparities that persist today. Reparations seek to address these historical injustices by promoting equity, healing, and restorative justice for the descendants of the enslaved.
 
5. Why We Need Healing with Lynne Winfield - Healing is essential to address the generational trauma caused by Bermuda’s history of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism, which continue to impact our communities today. Learn about CURB’s Truth & Reconciliation Community Conversations (TRCC) process as well as our Restorative Practice initiatives aimed at healing our community.