About
A series of programs using the lens of Afrofuturism to explore and present arts, dialogue and well-being at Hart House.
What will the future bring for Black women, men and children? Who is responsible for Black Futures, shifting narratives, flipping experiences and crafting new realities? Hart House explores the idea of Afrofuturism as a way to blend the knowledge of the past with a re-imagining of the future. A showcase of intersectional arts and dialogue, this series aims to reflect the experiences of today's Black leaders and artists while providing a platform for real-world knowledge to help students be future ready, self-aware and empowered citizens as they move into their imagined realities.
Afrofuturism is the reimagining of a future filled with arts, science and technology seen through a black lens.
- Jamie Broadnax
- Zoe Dille
Manager, Dialogue & Expression
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- Nadia Thompson
Program Associate, Dialogue and Expression
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Featured
Nation Building through Poetry
What happens when you bring together 3 Poets Laureate, from across Canada past and present ? The conversation is sure to get lively!
Black Self-Care Fair
The Black Self-Care Fair will bring together resources to help promote and encourage self-care for Black students.
Upcoming Events
- Fri, Mar 24, 2023
Lyricist's Lounge
In partnership with Toronto2.0, these low-key sessions are intended for anyone interested in exploring the craft and the art of writing better lyrics.
Past Events
- Thu, Mar 9, 2023
'Subjects of Desire' Film Screening
A screening of Subjects of Desire, a film that explores the cultural shift in North American beauty standards towards embracing Black female aesthetics.
- Wed, Mar 8, 2023
Women in Hip-Hop: Refusal, Resistance, and Interruption
This curated conversation uncovers the historical and continuing contributions of women in Hip-Hop. Presented for International Women's Day.
- Tue, Mar 7, 2023
Let's Talk Careers in Entrepreneurship
Let's Talk Careers in Entrepreneurship offers African Black Caribbean students access to Black professionals, industry knowledge, and pathways to careers.
- Tue, Feb 28, 2023
Nation Building through Poetry
What happens when you bring together 3 Poets Laureate, from across Canada past and present ? The conversation is sure to get lively!
- Tue, Feb 28, 2023
Black Self-Care Fair
The Black Self-Care Fair will bring together resources to help promote and encourage self-care for Black students.
- Fri, Feb 24, 2023
21st Annual Black History Month Luncheon
Join us as we celebrate an annual tradition over 2 decades long. Inspiring speakers, showcasing Black excellence and sharing stories, this annual event returns.
- Thu, Feb 23, 2023
Stories of the Diaspora: How Access to Education Enhances Gender Equity
A NIDO fundraising event that seeks to raise funds and awareness for building schools, education, and other NIDO initiatives.
- Fri, Feb 17, 2023
Hip Hop Family Skate
Lace up and get down! Hart House Hip Hop Education is back with another Hip Hop Family Skate Day featuring figure skating and a DJ!
- Tue, Jan 24, 2023
Laugh, Cry, Cringe: Tips for Travelling as People of Colour
We are excited to host our next storytelling series; Laugh, Cry, Cringe with Lotoya Jackson, World Traveller, Storyteller and E-Learning Developer.
- Mon, Jan 23, 2023
The Wealth Building Sessions
This 5 week program bridges the world of finance and hip-hop and seeks to empower BIPOC students.
- Wed, Jan 18, 2023
Soft Cooking
This class is for anyone interested in exploring a new cuisine. Aisha Lesley Bentham will be leading participants through new techniques and meals.
- Fri, Dec 9, 2022
BEE “Black Boys” Film Screening
On December 9th 2022, there will be screening of the Black Boys documentary which illuminates the full humanity of Black men and boys in America.
- Wed, Nov 16, 2022
Coded Bias
University of Toronto Entrepreneurship and Hart House Present a screening of the multi-award winning film Coded Bias directed by Shalini Kantayya.
- Mon, Nov 14, 2022
At The Crossroads: Sport and Spirituality
Hart House Black Futures is pleased to welcome special guest speaker Herbie Kuhn in conversation with sports analyst and social justice champion Shireen Ahmed.
- Thu, Oct 20, 2022
Tastes of Culture
Join us to explore the many ways food teaches us about culture & how food creates community—while learning some recipes and skills to help you in the kitchen!
- Thu, Oct 6, 2022
Laugh, Cry, Cringe Storytelling: The Digital Sisterhood
Real people, relevant and engaging conversations. Becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable.
- Wed, Sep 28, 2022
Pow Wow Hip-Hop Dance Workshop
Hart House Hip Hop Education and Move with Culture present cultural mash-up centring on the foundations of traditional Pow Wow dancing.
- Sun, Jun 26, 2022
U of T Black Graduation Ceremony
Join the Black Student’s Association for the 6th Annual U of T Black Graduation Ceremony.
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Podcast
Podcast: Afrofuturism w/ Stephanie Chrismon
Stephanie Chrismon, an Afrofuturist writer and scholar-educator, joins Alex to offer an introduction to Afrofuturism and some of its key writers, works, and thematic concerns. Listen to Endnote: Episode 13
Stephanie is speaking at these Hart House events:
Blog
Black Futures Launches Exceptional Programming for 2022
This year, the visionary series explores the idea of Afrofuturism as a way to blend the knowledge of the past with a re-imagining of the future.
