Politics of Place: Black & Indigenous Solidarity
Join InSite, Mass Liberation AZ and LISC Phoenix for the following Politics of Place events focusing on Mass Liberation AZ’s 2022 Report: “Pushed Out: Displacement in South Phoenix”. This work is made possible by the generous support of LISC Phoenix and the Turning The Corner initiative.
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Map of Displaced cultural spaces due to light rail development |
PAST EVENTS
Land, Place and Indigenous Placekeeping
Join Cahokia Art Space, InSite Consultants, Mass Liberation AZ and LISC Phoenix for an evening of art, storytelling and discussion about land, gentrification and the power of Indigenous placekeeping projects to sculpt narratives of liberation and land rematriation in the desert.
6:00 - 6:30 - Meet & Greet 6:30 - 8:00: Public Panel and Conversation 
Join Mass Liberation AZ, InSite Consultants and LISC PHX as we share findings from the 2022 survey of South PHX residents and their connection to the history of displacement.
This conversation will share the top findings about harms toward Black, Latinx, Indigenous and unsheltered communities in south, central and west PHX. Get tix here: Eventbrite |
Politics of Place (in-person gathering)
Politics of Place is a methodology InSite crafted to orient ourselves and others to the multiple narratives of place through walking and storytelling. We work with organizers and residents to develop a place-based approach to equity and justice. We will learn about the history of the Campo Santo Mexicano (Sotelo-Heard Cemetery) and connect this history to other communities in South Phx. Join us for a panel discussion with Collette Watson, Ali Nervis and more about the findings of Mass Liberation AZ's 2022 Report: "Pushed Out: Displacement in South Phoenix"
With a special ceremony with Cihuapactli Collective and community members to honor the location and place. All ages welcome! 2:00: Opening ceremony with Cihuapactli Collective 2:15: Sharing about the location 2:30: The Displacement Report Presentation 2:45: Panel discussion 3:30: Poem & Storytelling of place 3:45: Call to Action 4:00: Closing ceremony with Cihuapactli Collective MC Ebone Johnson "Muse" Virtual Conversation
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Politics of Place (Food Sovereignty)
Saturday, April 9, 2022 (2 pm - 4:30 pm) Politics of Place is a methodology developed by InSite Consultants to orient ourselves and others to the multiple narratives of place through walking and storytelling. We work with organizers and residents to develop a place-based approach to policy-making, equity, and justice. In essence, we treat place as another facilitator in our trainings.
*Masks are recommended 2:00: Opening ceremony and honoring Cihupactli Collective
2:30: Conversation-- Food Sovereignty, Land Back and Abolition 3:00: Performance: Racquel McKenzie 3:15: Conversation-- Funds to Feed Grant Recipients 3:45: Story share with Christy Moore 4:00: Closing ceremony and honoring Cihupactli Collective MC's Jessica Valiente & Ebone Johnson Featuring: DJ Rikki Tee Guest Appearance with State Representative Reginold Boulding |
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Health Justice & Solidarity
Move beyond allyship to standing in solidarity with those most impacted by health disparities. Learn key strategies to standing with Black, Indigenous and Latinx communities to provide the best care during the pandemic and beyond.
Please note: This work was on March 8, now moved to April 26. |
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Public Workshop: Addressing Whiteness
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Ground Rules for Zoom
-Sincere questions are welcome, but we will not debate with you;
-The work of racial justice is not about your personal feelings, your white fragility, or good intentions;
-You may leave the Zoom at any time, our facilitators may also remove you at any time;
-If you find this conversation of value, please donate to www.masslibaz.org or tqpueblo.org
-Sincere questions are welcome, but we will not debate with you;
-The work of racial justice is not about your personal feelings, your white fragility, or good intentions;
-You may leave the Zoom at any time, our facilitators may also remove you at any time;
-If you find this conversation of value, please donate to www.masslibaz.org or tqpueblo.org