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URL:https://www.artinliverpool.com/events/fact-reimagining-black-futures/
SUMMARY:FACT: FACT: Reimagining Black Futures
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to introduce Reimagining Black Futures\, a ne
 w commission from collaborators Sumuyya\, Ni Maxine and Mia Thornton.\n\nF
 or Black History Month\, we invited Liverpool and North West-based artists
 \, curators\, collectives\, and creatives to share proposals for events th
 at celebrate Black Futures and think about how they affect the here and no
 w. Sumuyya\, Ni\, and Mia invite you to celebrate Black creativity and bui
 ld connections across the Liverpool creative scene.\n\nBOOK NOW — FREE\n
 \n\n\nWelcome to the world of REIMAGINING BLACK FUTURES. This is a brainc
 hild nurtured by three remarkable Black women who call Liverpool their hom
 e – Sumuyya\, Ni Maxine\, and Mia (Mimi) Thornton. This gathering is you
 r spot\, a place where all you North West Black creatives can kick back\, 
 have a friendly chat about your creative journeys\, and dream up the wonde
 rful changes you'd like to see happening in your lives and creative commun
 ity. REIMAGINING BLACK FUTURES isn't a one-off event\; it's a welcoming 
 space where we collectively shape our destinies\, blending our artistic pa
 ssions.\nThis is all about sparking genuine conversations about what it's 
 like to be a Black creative and the amazing transformations we're eager to
  see unfold in our lives and our local neighbourhoods. It's the beginning 
 of a mission we hold dear – to build a vibrant community where Black cre
 ativity\, voices\, and ownership shine brightly.\nHere's what's on the hor
 izon for you:\n\n\n 	\nA chance to mingle and catch-up with your fellow No
 rth West Black creatives in the relaxed atmosphere of FACT’s café.\n\n 
 	\nWe'll lead some heartfelt discussions\, providing a space for you to sh
 are your thoughts on the past\, present\, and future of Black art and crea
 tivity in Liverpool. We'll toss out some thought-provoking questions\, and
  you're welcome to join in with a friendly chat or jot down your reflectio
 ns\, however suits your fancy.\n\n 	\nEnjoy some delectable bites from the
  beloved foodie hotspot\, Bundobust.\n\n 	\nListen to a range of sounds fr
 om the diaspora selected by renowned DJ\, producer\, event manager and cre
 ator of Chop Life Party\, Papu Raf.\n\n 	\nImmerse yourself in a month-lon
 g art showcase featuring works by Julian Gill\, aka Did Eye Shutter\, Anth
 ony Wild\, and our very own Sumuyya Khader.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: This event 
 is exclusively for folks with Black\, African\, and/or Caribbean roots\, i
 ncluding those with mixed backgrounds.\nPlease be aware there will be phot
 ography and filming at this event.\n\n\n\n
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