This event series, 'Books We Share, That Make Us Care,' was held in anticipation of Keti Koti, the national commemoration of slavery's abolition. The program engaged participants in deep discussions across hip-hop, literature, and Black history. It examined archival materials and featured conversations with influential artists and cultural figures. Explore the connections between inspiring books, music, and personal narratives.
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An event series held in anticipation of Keti Koti, the national commemoration of the abolition of slavery. This program explores hip-hop, literature, and Black history through discussions on inspiring books, music, and life events that shape artists' work.
Held in the lead-up to Keti Koti, the national commemoration of the abolition of slavery, 'Books We Share, That Make Us Care' is a series of events that delves into the intersection of hip-hop, literature, and Black history. The program includes discussions on the hidden history of Keti Koti commemorations, examining archival materials from the Ons Suriname association. A segment dedicated to 'Books we Share, That Make us Care' features conversations with hip-hop enthusiasts, including Tim Sabajo of Patta, performance artist Naomie Pieter, and youth worker Daryl Ricardo, about their most inspiring books. Furthermore, 'Words we Share, That Makes Us Care' features spoken word artist Babs Gons and Yung Nnelg discussing how literature, music, and life experiences inspire their artistic output, highlighting the shared roots of spoken word and hip-hop.
Admission to 'Books To Share that Make us Care' and the parallel 'Wisselgesprek' program at Het HEM is free. Registration is required via Het HEM.
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