A virtual 3-month event series to amplify the voices of BIPOC elders to support social change
grounded in perspective, connection and inspiration.
Revolutionary Elders
Hosted by Zhaleh Almaee featuring elders from across Turtle Island, now known as North America.
Artwork along University Ave W by ArtCrop in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Lorie Shaull)
A virtual platform for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who are elders in their own rights and traditions to share their stories, perspectives and teachings to help sustain social change efforts during this pivotal time in history. Featuring elder activists, artists, community organizers and healers. A three-month event series (Oct-Dec 2020) open to the public, free with donations welcome.
DECEMBER ELDER COUNCIL
WED. DEC 16th 12-1:30 PM (PST) / 4-5:30 PM (EST)
“Generations of Justice: An inter-generational dialogue”
Featuring Marcella Pendergrass & Rose Homme
This council is an intergenerational dialogue on the importance of mutual relationships and reciprocity among elders and young people working together for social change.
>>REGISTER TO ATTEND<<
“Young passion fuels the Revolution, Elder wisdom guides it.”
Among many cultures elders have an important place in the community, especially during turbulent times. Turtle Island, referred to by some Indigenous People otherwise known as North America, is undergoing monumental shifts on all levels: culturally, politically, economically, environmentally and spiritually. It is a time to mobilize, educate, reflect, connect and take action.
Young people are driving the change with energy and passion. Our actions have the potential to be grounded with wisdom and perspective from elders. This exchange is not only necessary, it is essential if we are to sustain for the long haul.
People from all backgrounds of any age are invited to join this virtual elder council to listen and engage with elders who generously share their stories to support us all in sustaining ourselves, each other, and the planet.
(Registration grants access to all three Zoom events. New passcodes will be sent each month.)
October Elder Council ~ Thank you elder activists from the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense: Gary Lilley, James Robert Ford, and Brad Lilley.
>> WATCH the live recording <<
November Elder Council ~ Thank you elder activists and healers Debora Barrera Pontillo and Ukumbwa Sauti for sharing on the theme of “Arts & Spiritual Activism.”
>> Recording coming soon… <<
GET INVOLVED
Community is at the heart of revolution!
If you have time, talent, or monetary means to help this project realize its full potential, please reach out: zhaleh@mandalaforchange.com. Support of any kind is welcome: networking, organizing, funding, idea exchange, or other ways.
- If you are a BIPOC elder interested in supporting in any way you feel called.
- If you are a person of any age from any racial/ethnic background with organizing skills or interest in multi-generational dialogues.
- If you are in a position to support financially or support a gift economy.