Black Southern Writers Conference - Opening Ceremony

2:00 PM-2:30 PM

Opening presentation by Alexis Pauline Gumbs, acclaimed Author and Black Feminist Love Evangelist Known for her groundbreaking work, "Survival is a Promise: The Eternal Life of Audre Lorde,"

Her presentation will feature her Black Feminist Breathing Oracle practice (fusion of meditation, chant & music).

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Keynote Speech by Prentis Hemphill, Political organizer, writer and the founder of The Embodiment Institute.

“The talk will center around Prentis’ newest book What It Takes to Heal, where they explore the relationship between personal healing and social change.”

Q&A, Meet & Greet, Book Signing