This is an introductory political education workshop, suitable for all staff, that engages participants to collectively examine and deepen understandings of abolition.

Join us as we explore abolition through a Black, queer, feminist lens — putting the contemporary political moment within the context of its historical lineage(s). This is an introductory, participatory workshop to understand what abolition is and how to apply abolitionist politics from the experience of being in the academy.

The workshop will draw on film, music and popular texts, and provide opportunities for small and large group discussions. We will also think through how the history and politics of abolition can be applied to various aspects of our work. People with all levels of interest and familiarity are encouraged to attend.

Speaker Bio:

Dominique Barron is a researcher and designer. Their current research is focussed on examining the social impacts of technology through a critical, decolonial analysis. Previous research projects have also examined themes related to place-making, space, diaspora, political resistance, citizenship, and social mobility. She recently worked on the National Lottery Funded Rita Keegan Archive Project and the Afrofeminist Transatlantic Collaboration project; and their work has appeared in Hyperallergic and 20/20, an exhibition curated by Aida Wilde and Ego Ahaiwe Sowinski.

This event marks UK Black History Month 2023: "Saluting Our Sisters".

For more information, please visit: https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/section/bhm-intros/celebrating-our-sisters-saluting-our-sisters-matriarchs-of-movements-wematter/

Please note - The room is fully accessible and additional accessibility requirements will be respected. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.

This event is co-sponsored by EREN, Gender.Ed, Race.Ed and the BAME Staff Network.

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