Part of CCCADI’s CROSSROADS initiative focused on artists and cultural workers in the Caribbean, this lunch talk series symbolizes the nourishment necessary to navigate our day and, consequently, to sustain our roles as artists and cultural producers.
Inspired by the Afro tradition of communal eating, “La Fiambrera'' underscores the significance of sharing nourishment with one another as a reaffirmation of belonging and community.
The second episode of this series explores agriculture not just as a means of food production but as a political idea fostering autonomy and self-determination through its deep connection with the land.
Join us in conversation with farmers, activists, and community leaders from the Dominican Republic (Vanessa García Polanco), Jamaica (Nicola Shirley-Phillips, The Source Farm) and Puerto Rico (Ana Elisa Pérez Quintero, Colmena Cimarrona), as we seek to examine how agriculture can be a tool for liberation, cultural autonomy, and social justice in the Caribbean. This discussion is a journey to uncover the roots of Afrocentric agriculture and sow the seeds for a just and sustainable future. The conversation will be moderated by Ivette Chiclana (Puerto Rico).
How to Watch:
On September 19, 2024 at Noon (EST) you can view the program on this webpage or join us via our Youtube and Facebook pages.
All programs are subject to change.
CROSSROADS:
Over the past few years, CCCADI has taken on a leadership role in supporting our brothers and sisters across the Caribbean during climate emergencies— from Hurricane Maria to the earthquakes, Hurricane Fiona, and most recently, Hurricane Beryl. Through the CCCADI CROSSROADS program, rooted in the Caribbean, we’ve connected with grassroots organizations on the frontlines, helping their communities recover from these events. We made a call to our community to stand in solidarity, and that call remains urgent.
The recent impact of Hurricane Ernesto on Puerto Rico and the U.S.V.I. reminds us that the need for support continues. Our brothers and sisters in the Caribbean need our solidarity now more than ever. Please consider donating to our Permanent Caribbean Cultural Workers Relief Fund, which is dedicated to helping cultural workers in the Caribbean navigate crises and recover with dignity.