“Black to the Future” is Word In Black’s series examining how Afrofuturism pushes us to imagine and create a world where people of African descent thrive.
Afrocentrism and Afrofuturism: Black Students Need Both
Journalist and teacher Sam P.K. Collins says adults and students need to see Black people in new and innovative worlds.
Urban Planning, But Add Some Afrofuturism
From Dallas to Portland, Black urban planners are redesigning Black communities as safe, functional, and optimal for health and well-being.
An Afrofuturistic Look at the Faith Community
People of faith can certainly long for a future when the church isn’t dominated or disempowered by the majority white male society.
When Afrofuturism Enters the Classroom
Afrofuturism not only enhances academic engagement but also equips students with tools for combating racism and fostering a just society.
Afrofuturism: A Journey to Health Equity
At the core of Afrofuturism is using science and tech to create a better future for Black folks. Here are three leaders who are doing that.
Octavia Butler, Mother of Afrofuturism, Wrote a Vision for Change
Butler dreamed worlds into words, penning herself into icon status for generations of Black women writers.