Curious about African and African Diaspora philosophies? Want to read more but need accountability?
Join us for a monthly reading group where we explore the work of one Black or African philosopher at a time. Whether you’ve read the whole book, a few pages, or are just curious to listen in — you’re welcome.
Guidebook with info
📚 April’s Book
Socrates & Orunmila: Two Patron Saints of Classical Philosophy by Prof. Sophie B. Oluwole
Oluwole was a pioneering Nigerian philosopher who brought the Yoruba Ifa tradition into academic discourse, highlighting its rich philosophical legacy alongside Western thought.
📚 May's Book
Cosmology of the Bantu-Kongo: Tying the Spiritual Knot by Dr Kimbwandènde Kia Bunseki Fu-Kiau
Read it here
📚 June's Book
Objects and Immortals: The Life of Obi in Ifa-Oriṣa Religion by Iya Dr Funlayo E. Wood
Read it here
📚 July's Book
The Spirit of Intimacy: Ancient African Teachings in the Way of Relationships by Sobonfu Somé
Read it here
August Break - no session on 19th
📚 September's Essay
Rootedness: The Ancestor as Foundation by Toni Morrison
A version here (Scroll through)
Ethos
NB: This is a LGBTQIA+ friendly space that prioritises the voices and experiences of Black people.
Events will be online, on or around the 19th of the month.
Your Host
Mara is an ancestral devotee, aborisa, hoodoo, researcher and academic who needs more accountability to get more reading done!
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