Dr. LaWana on Afrofuturism
Afrofuturism uses history as well as the present to inform visions of the future (as well as the past and the present) that encourage us to reverse engineer our way toward actions that lead us most closely to desired future states.
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I am so passionate about Afrofuturism because I see it as a way forward for us all.
Afrofuturism is inclusive futurism.
September 9th and 10th 2023
@ San Diego Jackie Robinson Family YMCA
Come meet and learn from comic universe builders, animation industry professionals as well as visionaries who are working every day to make the world better for us today and in the future.
We will be visited by local heroes and visionaries as well as special guests from near and far.
Come purchase collectibles and refresh yourself with food and beverages from local vendors.
This is a celebration of art, culture, and community along with a few calls to action if you are up for the challenge.
Afro Future Con (all ages) exists to bring individuals together and expose them to art and innovation that expands consciousness to include possibilities that are equitable and sustainable. We also uplift and elevate joy, the antithesis of negativity. All proceeds benefit Grioneers, Inc. a San Diego-based, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to engineering our future through storytelling.
Special Thanks to Sponsors and Supporters!
Look who was at Afro Con 3.0: Extending Reality!
Niketa Calame,
Vocie Actor, Acting Coach, Mompreneur
Voice of Young Nala in Lion King
Tony Washington
Artist/Music Producer
Tony Washington Art
Tony Washington
Artist/Music Producer
Tony Washington Art
Prof. Ajani Brown
Artist/Professor
SDSU
Aubree T. Rose,
Artist/Animator/Cosplayer
Broken Chalice Studios
Marcello Thedford
Actor/Producer
Tendayi Nyeke,
Executive Producter
Kizazi Moto, Disney+
Kahlil Nash
Artist/Musician/Composer
Trina McGee
Actor
Boy Meets World
Norm Golden II
Actor
Let's Keep In Touch
The Afrofuturism Lounge,
Afro Future Con,
and the Afrofuturism Dream Tank
are creations and programs of Firyali, Inc., by Dr.LaWana Richmond.
Futurist, Afrofuturist, Engineer, Producer, Writer, and Artist