12th State of the Black Writers Symposium

Schedule

Thu Nov 21 2024 at 10:00 am to 02:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Essex County College | Newark, NJ

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Come join us for a day of inspiration, connection, and celebration of Black literary excellence!
About this Event

The Africana Institute at Essex County College presents...
The 12th State of the Black Writers Symposium

This event brings together emerging and established Black writers, scholars, and journalists to engage in thought-provoking panel discussions. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this symposium is the perfect place to gain insights, share experiences, and celebrate the diversity of Black voices in literature.

Don't miss out on this exciting event - mark your calendars now!

Location:

Siegler Hall-Essex County College
303 University Avenue
Newark, NJ 07102


FEATURING....

Dr. Todd Steven Burroughs
Writer & Public Historian
Author of "Warrior Princess: A People’s Biography of Ida B. Wells"
Dr. Phyllis Bivins-Hudson
CEO of Genceptz Consulting & Publishing,
Author of "Flying on Broken Wings"
Lawrence Hamm
Activist & Organizer
Author of "A Life in the Struggle"

Chief Oluwole Ifakunle Adetutu
Distinguish renown, Babalawo
Author of "Bliss: The Road to Absolute Happiness."

Ra’ShyAlah Sakura the Poet
Multifaceted Artist
Author of "The Genocide of Hip Hop"
Sean Battle
CEO/Founder of EvoluCulture Ventures


Cullen & Elitia Mattox
Co-Authors, Love Literacy: A Consciousness Journey to Healthy Relationships
Relationship Coaches and CoFounders at WhenLoveWorks Dynamically

Moderated by Dr. Akil Kokayi Khalfani
Dir. of the Africana Institute/Essex County College
Author of "The Hidden Debate"





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Essex County College, 303 University Avenue, Newark, United States

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