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From wellness warriors to cultural icons, our speakers bring lived experience, wisdom, and energy. Each voice brings a message of healing, resistance, celebration, and transformation.

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Celebrating Black Artistry & Storytelling: Featured Video Spotlights

Step into a dynamic showcase of Black excellence through this curated gallery of video trailers. Each selection highlights a unique facet of Black creativity, resilience, and joy — from the powerful rhythm of gospel-infused performance, to a provocative exploration of health justice, to the genius of jazz composition, and a theatrical reimagining of history. These works are more than entertainment; they are profound narratives that honor Black voices, experiences, and legacies.

"44 – THE OBAMA MUSICAL" is a spirited stage production that captures the extraordinary journey of Barack Obama, America’s first Black President. With infectious music and dynamic storytelling, it celebrates hope, resilience, and historic change. This vibrant work honors Black political triumph and global impact. It invites us all to dream boldly and believe in the power of collective progress.

Gary Hines, legendary producer of Sounds of Blackness, shares the profound vision behind their genre-defying music. Rooted in gospel, R&B, jazz, and African rhythms, his work uplifts the spirit and champions Black identity. This interview reveals how music becomes a tool for healing, unity, and social change. Hines invites us to embrace our shared humanity through the transformative power of sound.

They’re Trying to Kill Us," produced by John Lewis, exposes the devastating ties between race, food injustice, and chronic disease in America. This gripping documentary challenges us to confront systems that profit off Black suffering. It’s both a call to action and a roadmap to reclaim health and agency. Join panelist John Lewis as he expands this urgent conversation at our conference.

"Ethiopian Harmonies," composed by Reginald R. Robinson and John Reed-Torres, honors the legacy of Marcus Garvey and stands as a stirring testament to the integrity, perseverance, and boundless potential of the Negro ethnicity. This evocative piece aspires to be a new anthem for unity, inspiring all people — Black and non-Black alike — to build a world that cherishes our shared humanity and the gift of nature.

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