Sikiliza

  Alright, let us gather round the fire to pause and warm our hands and thaw our hearts! Now, imagine a tiny seed nestled deep in our earth.  These aren't just any seeds, though, they are  rich with composting told and untold   African powerful stories of resistance.  The seed represents the tiny hope and dreams we care and attend to that offers liberation, healing and justice. We have one tiny seed growing into a mighty forest of feminist strength and resilience.   Generations ago, our feminist ancestors seeded the ground we stand on today. They were visionaries who dared dream of a world where oppressive systems would be dismantled, where collective liberation restoration to wholeness and regeneration of our hearts, bodies, land, and territories as not just lofty ideas but conceivable realities grounded in transformational social justice. Like us, our feminist forebearers encountered challenges, of course. The storm winds of patriarchy, colonisation, neol...

  Every day, I am find myself reflecting on the reality that the journey toward healing and justice is far from straightforward. The struggles endured by our ancestors were immense and complex, yet their unwavering spirit and resilience carved a path for us today. It is because of their relentless determination in the face of adversity that we stand proudly and firmly, embodying the bravery and sacrifices they made. We are not just beneficiaries of their efforts; we are living proof of their courage and the liberation dreams they fought for. Right now the world feels overwhelmed by crisis, leaving many human rights defenders and communities grappling with grief, rage, fear, and despair. It’s crucial to take a moment to reflect on our emotions and seek solace in our connections with one another. While here, let us resist the desire to isolate.  Try not to take too long because we need you. Your beloved, strangers, adversaries alike, including the planet itself needs you to be y...