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Free Your Mind: Masterclasses Exploring Mental Health and the Colonial Slavery Past at The Black Archives

This series examines historical trauma's impact on identity and spirituality, offering insights for community healing and empowerment.

The 'Free Your Mind' masterclass series, hosted at The Black Archives, offers a critical examination of how the colonial slavery past influences mental well-being. Participants will deepen their understanding of historical trauma's connections to personal identity, mental health, and spiritual growth. Led by Marian Markelo, the program provides tools for resilience and pathways toward collective healing for BIPOC communities.

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This three-part masterclass, organized by Speak Up World and hosted at The Black Archives, delves into the impact of the colonial slavery past on mental well-being. It aims to foster understanding of the connections between history, mental health, identity, and spirituality, offering insights for healing and empowerment within the community.

Curatorial context

The 'Free Your Mind' masterclass is a three-part series hosted at The Black Archives, presented by Speak Up World. It critically examines the lasting impact of the colonial slavery past on the mental well-being of individuals and communities. The program seeks to deepen understanding of the intricate relationships between historical trauma, mental health, personal identity, and spiritual growth. Participants will gain insights into the challenges faced by the community and explore pathways toward collective healing and empowerment. The masterclasses are led by Marian Markelo, a multifaceted figure including a Winti priestess and founder of NIRASE. Markelo brings extensive knowledge of Afro-Surinamese heritage, having worked with various organizations, curated educational programs, and organized heritage tours. The series aims to provide a safe space for sharing experiences and equipping attendees with tools for personal growth and resilience, building upon Speak Up World's mission since 2017 to support BIPOC communities through intergenerational healing.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets can be purchased through a provided Eventbrite link. The masterclass takes place at The Black Archives, located at Bijlmerplein 140. The sessions run from 12:00 to 16:00 on November 3rd, 9th, and 23rd, 2024.

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The Black Archives
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Exhibition schedule
From Nov 3, 2024
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Led by Marian Markelo, a Winti priestess and founder of NIRASE, with a special mention of Winti Priest Nana Efua.
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