Reclaim Your Roots Series

4th of YOU-Lie: Freedom From The Mental Plantation

Why Real Freedom Depends On Embracing OUR Story, NOT HIS Story

In Conversation

July 4th isn’t our Independence Day. We weren’t “free” when they claim the country was!

FREE ONLINE EVENT: Thurs July 4, 2024 @ 1pm EST

Dr. John Henrik Clarke said, we need to understand how this situation came to be. So let’s back up and take a look at what Africa and the Americas looked like prior to colonization and where we go from here!

Spend so-called “Independence Day” with US and let’s look at our past, our greatness, and explore what our real freedom looks like.

Discover how reconnecting with your roots can empower you, inspire your journey, change everything you thought you knew about Black history and your responsibilities to future generations.

At Urban Intellectuals, we understand that the more you know the truth about real Black History, the more dangerous you will be in this eternal fight of miseducation, ignorance, and dependence on a system that has proven not to be feeding or serving us.

Instead of just talking about it, let’s BE ABOUT IT!!

We’ve taken the time to formulate this conversation between Dr John Aiden and Freddie Taylor, both who are PASSIONATE about Black people and POURING into their spirits.

Don’t worry, we won’t just be talking for the sake of hearing our voices, but providing concrete resources, concepts, and history meant to move you in your daily lives and as leaders of your family and community.

What You Can Expect:

✔️ Personal Empowerment: Discover how understanding your heritage can profoundly enhance your sense of self-worth and identity. Especially our discussions around DNA and getting to know exactly where you are from.

✔️ Inspiration and Motivation: Gain inspiration from powerful stories and insights from our esteemed speakers, motivating you to make impactful changes in your life.

✔️ Community and Connection: Strengthen bonds with like-minded individuals and engage with a community dedicated to learning and growth.

✔️ Glorious Black History Knowledge: Acquire practical knowledge that you can apply in your everyday life to foster personal and collective growth.

Event Details:

Name: 4th of YOU-Lie: Freedom from the Mental Plantation (Virtual)
Date & Time: Thurs, July 4, 1 PM – 3 PM EST
Duration: 2 Hours of Programming
Where: Hosted on the Zoom platform

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this event is to provide an engaging and insightful exploration of Black history, with a focus on the African diaspora, reconnection, and what this understanding does for you as a person and conduit to our future.

We aim to uncover gaps in your understanding of Black history and showcase the richness of our global contributions to humanity. A key goal is to introduce you to the power of Black history, your place in it, and your obligations for our collective future. We will fill in the gaps of historical understanding, challenge some narratives that aren’t serving you, and provide practical solutions to help you move forward.

The Experts

Featured Speakers

Dr. John Aden, Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at the Chadwick School

Dr. John Aden holds a Doctorate in History with a focus on Africa from Indiana University – Bloomington. A former Fulbright Fellow, he has conducted research in Mali and is fluent in Bamana.

Dr. Aden has extensive teaching experience at the collegiate and independent school levels and will share critical historical narratives that fill in the missing links in our understanding of Black history.

Your Host: Freddie Taylor, CEO of Urban Intellectuals

Freddie Taylor will kick off the summit with opening remarks on the significance of Juneteenth and the importance of understanding Black history. And they close it out with a very special presentation called “The Case for Black History: Reconnecting to our history is the missing link”

Who is this for?

This event is tailored for adults and young adults interested in filling in the gaps in their history, culture and understanding. It’s for students looking to grow and be inspired by connecting to our ancestry, the global African community, and our heritage.

If you are tired of the lies and hiding of our true history, this event is for you!

Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your understanding of Black history and its impact on your life. Register now to secure your spot at this transformative event!