Date: Sunday, May 10 ⏰ 6PM EST / 5PM CST 💻 Virtual Event
"Don't Miss this powerful conversation on Identity, Culture, and Connection
"Don't Miss this powerful conversation on Identity, Culture, and Connection
One Diaspora, Many Stories:Building Bridges Between African and African American Women
Shared Roots,Diverse Stories:Bridging the Gap Between African and African American Women
FREE for Members | $10 Non-Members
Why You Should Join This Conversation
In today’s interconnected world, understanding the richness and complexity of our shared identity is more important than ever.
This session creates a meaningful space for African and African American women to come together, share perspectives, and deepen understanding across cultures and experiences.
Whether you are looking to connect, learn, or simply be part of an important dialogue; this conversation is for you.
What You will Walk Away With
A deeper understanding of cultural identity within the diaspora
Insight into shared histories and lived experiences
Tools to navigate cross-cultural conversations with confidence
A stronger sense of connection and community
Meet Your Speaker
Dr. Cassie Sade Turnipseed
MS, MBA, PhD
Assistant Professor of History
Dr. Turnipseed is an acclaimed public historian, educator, and cultural preservationist whose work centers on identity, history, and the lived experiences of African-descended communities.
She holds advanced degrees in telecommunications, international business, and public history, and is among the few African American women to earn a doctorate in history from Middle Tennessee State University.
Her work has been nationally recognized, including receiving the Mississippi Diversity Educator of the Year Award and a U.S. Congressional Honor for her contributions to preserving the history and heritage of the Mississippi Delta.
As founder of Khafre, Inc., she is deeply committed to honoring legacy, amplifying cultural narratives, and engaging the next generation through education and storytelling.
“Know Thyself.”
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