Art, Care, and Resiliency - Exploring Afrofuturism for Justice and Change

Delve into a thought-provoking TEDx talk that explores the powerful intersection of Art and Afrofuturism in creating futuristic systems of justice, equity, and change. Join Dionne Custer Edwards, a writer, educator, and Head of Learning and Public Practice at the Wexner Center for the Arts, and Dr. Terron Banner, Manager of Community Learning and Engagement at The OSU Urban Arts Space, as they discuss how we can work on behalf of our future selves and the role of haptic Black art in shaping consciousness. Discover groundbreaking perspectives on access and inclusion in arts and education spaces, and gain insights into the collaborative project "Irrepressible Soul," which examines the Black experience and an intersectional understanding of "Blackness" through art and creative dialogue. This 18-minute presentation offers a unique opportunity to engage with innovative ideas at the forefront of art, culture, and social change.