Culture, Politics, Spirituality and Practice: A Book of Resistance and Critical Theory for Disturbing Times
Sat, Aug 30
|Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Makungu M. Akinyela as he shares insights from his latest work on storytelling, healing, and social justice.Moderated by Jomo Muhammad.
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Aug 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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About the book
In a time when hard-won freedoms are under attack and the shadow of white nationalism grows longer, Culture, Politics, Spirituality, and Practice offers a powerful voice of clarity, courage, and healing. Written by Dr. Makungu M. Akinyela-therapist, scholar, and freedom fighter-this collection of essays and dialogues spans over 25 years of radical thought and transformative practice.
Rooted in African-centered therapy, spiritual wisdom, and critical theory, this book confronts the mental health crisis caused by systemic racism, spiritual dislocation, and political betrayal. More than critique, it is a call to action-a guide for rebuilding community and reclaiming ancestral pathways to wellness and liberation.
About the author
Dr. Makungu M. Akinyela is a leading authority on cultural democracy, narrative practice, anti-racist resistance and mental health. He is a licensed psychotherapist practicing in Atlanta, Georgia and an Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Georgia State University. He is the creator…
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