Obari Cartman explores Black spirituality, ancestral wisdom, and pathways for healing generational trauma in a presentation and discussion of his book, Black Spirituality: Ancient Wisdom to Heal Generational Trauma.

Join us for an evening of film featuring BUSH MAMA (1970) by Haile Gerima. Proceeds from the event will support Merawi Gerima’s upcoming film project.

Join us for an evening of film featuring BUSH MAMA (1970) by Haile Gerima. Proceeds from the event will support Merawi Gerima’s upcoming film project.

Join us for a special screening TEZA, followed by a discussion with filmmaker Haile Gerima, actress Araba Evelyn Johnston-Arthur & actor Abeye Tedla. In Memory of Tata Takel (Takelech Beyene)

Join us for an engaging conversation with author Kathryn C. Boxill about her book, Living Your Best College Life: A Guide of Experiences, Tips. Quotes, Prayers, and Affirmations to Educate. Motivate, and Inspire, moderated by Sonia Y. W. Pruitt.

Join us for a special children’s book event featuring young author Menna Elias as she shares The Inspiring Story of St. Yared: A Life of Discovery, a beautiful journey of curiosity, faith, and discovery!

Join us at Sankofa for a powerful Soular Rock performance by Amari Rebel & The Movement as they blend rock, reggae, and hip-hop into a sound that is both innovative and deeply rooted in Black musical traditions.

Sankofa presents: THE STORYTELLING TREE w/ Shirikiana Aina, Haile Gerima, & Merawi Gerima After back to back screenings of their films "Brick by Brick" & "Residue" Filmmakers Shirikiana Gerima and Merawi Gerima sit down in conversation with fellow filmmaker Haile Gerima- Mediated by daughter, sister & fellow storyteller Enanu Gerima. Together they explore the ways in which Memory can both haunt & ignite us. Be sure to join us this upcoming weekend (Sat. 26th) for the last screening for our Storytelling Tree Series: BUSH MAMA (1979) All proceeds go to Merawi's next upcoming film "David Black" RSVP/Donate here: sankofa.com/sankofaevents #sankofa #sankofadc #dcevents #filmscreening #justice4davidblack