Sameer Dossani
Sameer Dossani
#14 Healing from Colonialism with Antonio Rafael
#14 Healing from Colonialism with Antonio Rafael
#14 Healing from Colonialism with Antonio Rafael
Friday 18th June 2021
Artist and activist Antonio Rafael discusses healing from colonialism, focusing on personal stories, creative activism, and community resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Healing from Colonialism: Antonio Rafael's Journey of Resilience and Unity
For me, I didn't find what I needed in Christianity. I've taken so many classes and so much education around the history and the context of the bible, and when all these things are written, I've been reading a lot about the history of environmental degradation.
What does it mean to heal from the centuries-old wounds of colonialism? In this episode of 'Healing Journeys', host Sameer Dossani sits down with artist and activist Antonio Rafael to explore this profound question. Antonio shares his deeply personal story of growing up in Detroit, a city shaped by both resilience and struggle. He delves into his family's history and the lasting impacts of colonialism on their lives and community.
But this conversation goes beyond personal anecdotes; it’s a deep dive into the broader implications of colonial trauma and the paths to healing it. Antonio discusses how the scars of colonialism extend into our ecology, affecting not just people but the very land we live on. He passionately talks about creative organizing and the importance of solidarity in activism, emphasizing how kindness, spirituality, and nature play crucial roles in the healing process.
One of the highlights of this episode is Antonio's discussion of the Sugar Bush project, a remarkable example of resistance and collaboration between urban indigenous and black communities. Through this initiative, Antonio illustrates the power of unity and mutual support in overcoming historical injustices. This episode is a compelling blend of personal reflection and societal critique, offering listeners a chance to reflect on their own roles in the ongoing journey towards healing and justice.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that challenges us to think intergenerationally about our struggles and the pace at which healing can occur.