Diaspora Reflections is a storytelling platform that connects African creatives with members of the diaspora and beyond. We are eager to spark refreshing and diverse conversations amongst the diaspora from across Africa and beyond, exploring different strands of the African diaspora experience. We are, and will remain an open house for all those of African-descent from all countries, regardless of background, sexual orientation, belief, and colour; from first to fifth generation settlers and beyond, including allies.

This launch event is a festival celebrating all the things we love about Africa, while acknowledging the daily struggles of the African Diaspora in the West and beyond.

Dilemmas of Belonging covers all the tensions, joys, and failures of assimilating in cultures not built with foreigners in mind.

Join us for an evening of curated

• Poetry
• Stories and discussions
• Live music performance
• Arts
• Artisanal Food
• And most importantly free palm wine!

The event will be held at the Grade II listed Crypt on the Green. This brick-walled crypt with vaulted ceiling has been a vibrant space since the 18th century, and will allow attendants absorb the essence of the evening.

We will be guided by poetry from Anjola of Mood, as well as other poets in the Diaspora

There will be performances from musical storytellers such as SUTRA

Join us for an art viewing and sale from amazing African artists curated by House Of African Art (HAART)

https://www.houseofafricanart.com/

Pinch of West Africa will be providing an array of delicious African delicacies.

So don't miss out and get your tickets now!

Limited Early-Bird prices

Please note: there will be limited points of entry once a performance has begun.

Please arrive before the first performance at 6:30pm.