Looking Back to Move Forward: Stories from the Boston Sankofa Journey

Join us as our members reflect on nine months of exploring Boston’s historical landmarks tied to the legacy of slavery, the Black freedom movement, and the role of churches in both supporting and resisting slavery. Through personal stories and creative storytelling, they will share transformative moments and how they are carrying these experiences forward.

This event invites you to engage in a journey of truth-telling, healing, and justice, connecting our narratives to Boston’s local history. Recognizing that many other leaders are engaged in similar work within their institutions, we’ll also open a dialogue on how we might strengthen the collective movement toward racial equity, justice and repair in our city.

This gathering will take place at the Historic Myrtle Baptist Church, a hub for social justice and civil rights advocacy and a cornerstone of Newton's African American community. will be speaking. You are welcome to come early to explore the physical displays where they have catalogued their history.

Sankofa, a Ghanaian term meaning “to learn from the past to inform the future,” inspires this journey. Come listen, share, and be part of this meaningful conversation and action-taking at this influential moment in our city and country.

Host or Publisher UniteBoston