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Black Geographies Symposium - The Beautiful Urgency of Black Placemaking

  • UC Berkeley - Department of Geography (map)

I spoke on a panel alongside several brilliant spatial thinkers addressing the prompt about the capaciousness of Black liberation.

Dr. Matthew Jordan-Miller Kenyatta Speaking at the 2017 Black Geographies Symposium

In this image, Dr. Matthew Jordan-Miller Kenyatta (formerly known as Matt Miller) is seen speaking on the panel titled The Capaciousness of Black Liberation at the 2017 Black Geographies Symposium, hosted by USC's Sol Price School of Public Policy. Dr. Kenyatta discusses The Beautiful Urgency of Black Placemaking, focusing on the intersections of Black liberation, geography, and urban design. His passion for the subject is evident as he engages the audience, advocating for a future where urban spaces reflect the dignity and creativity of Black communities.