Episode 8: Kavena Hambira

Welcome to Conversations from Here! Today I speak with contemporary Namibian artist, scholar, social justice lion and citizen of the world, Kavena Hambira. Our wide-ranging ramble begins with an historical overview of Namibia, growing up in exile and relocating to East Germany as a youngster, the implications and significance of racial identity, time as a Fullbright scholar, being inspired by both the creative and social activism realms in the San Francisco Bay Area, embracing life as an artist, finding mentors in unexpected places, the larger global implications of the Black Lives Matter movement and the vital importance of shining a light on history. Fascinating talk-- enjoy!

 

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