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Cultural Cross Roads presents divers views on cultural transmission and construction of identity in the Afro-Finnish community. It sets the scene for further conversations, such as, what culture are we creating as a community? What impacts does it have on us and how that culture is transmitted to the next generation? The story line of the documentary guide the viewer to understand the broad meaning of cultural transmission in the Afro-Finnish community, taking a look at favourable conditions for cultural transmission and its influence on relationships between generations and communities. Why have conversations about culture? Dialogue is a powerful way to engage in things that matter to us. Continued, open conversations can help us acknowledge the myths and stereotypes that we have all internalized in us, it helps us to recognize and understand that building a culture as Afrofinns requires a collective action. Knowing yourself and having a grounded identity, is the first step for a communities to tap the potential of all its members. Conversations also encourage the kinds of personal and political transformations that are necessary to create a world where we all fit. What is the goal of this documentary, and who is it for? To create a conversation around this topic, conversations are like drops of water. Just as one drop of water can create countless ripples, one conversation can have countless effects on those involved and their networks. The goal of this Documentary is to provide easy ways to multiply the number and potential of conversations. This documentary is for everyone. It is designed to help you start a conversation about culture at home, at work, in the classroom, in the policy-making space.
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Participants:
Julian Owusu Julian Owusu is a multifaceted artist whose artistic core lies in community building practices, pedagogy, Hip Hop, dance, decolonial practices and reimagining. Julian has also worked as dancer, choreographer and actor at, among others, Zodiak – Centre for New Dance, Jojo – Oulu Dance Centre and the Oulu City Theatre. In addition to direct artistic work Julian sits on the boards of The Nordic House of Reykjavík as well as Taikabox
Mirkka Danielsdacka Researcher at the Population Research Institute of Väestöliitto and assistant professor of sociology at the University of Turku. Her research focus on family and intergenerational relations, grandparenting, wellbeing of older people and active ageing. Mirkka also have also background as a historian studying the history of welfare state and the Second World War. Leads INVEST master’s degree programme at the University of Turku.
Alemanji Aminkeng Atabong Head of the Social Exclusion Masters Programme and Senior University Lecturer. Alemanji also hold the title of Docent in Sociology with specific expertise in Studies in Diversity at Åbo Akademi, Turku. I research race, racism, antiracism and antiracism education - in and out of schools. He has also developed Finland's first Antiracism Mobile Phone app - Finland without Racism (available on Google Play store and iOS store).
Sikuja Mponda Dancer, choreographer, performer and dance teacher. Through dance, Siku wants to inspire and give back to her students. She believes that the best dance experience comes when you throw yourself in and dare to challenge yourself outside of your comfort zone. Sikujua dances and teaches in her natural, bold and purposeful style.
La Trice Little is an American-Finnish retired basketball player. He has also worked as a basketball referee. After arriving in Finland in 2002, Little initially played in the II division in Pirkkala's Viri and trained with Tampere's Pyrinnö representative team. In August 2005, he signed a one-year player contract with Pyrinnö, representing the club in only 11 matches in the autumn season. After this, Little played at the second highest league level in Korikobri until 2008. The following season Little played in Helsinki NMKY and the following in Wartti Basket. In the 2010–2011 season, Little represented Porvoon Tarmo, who played in the Korisliiga, with averages of 4.4 points and 2.2 rebounds. Tarmo was relegated from Korisliiga at the end of the season, and Little continued with the club until the beginning of the following season. In the years 2012–2014, Little represented the divisional team Keravan Kori-80. In 2014, he moved to I-division B to Espoo Basket Team.
Leonardo Da Costa Custodío Is an educator and activist researcher active in the intersections between academia, social justice activism and non-governmental organizations? His career aims are to do research, promote dialogue for mutual learning and build interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration about his topic of interest: “The ways in which people who suffer from discrimination and inequalities use means of communication avaliable to speak up and mobilize collective actions for human rights, social justice and respect”.
Menard Mponda is a Tanzanian dancer, dance teacher, choreographer and musician. Menard graduated as a dancer-choreographer from Bagamoyo Art College in Tanzania and a master's degree in global music from the Sibelius Academy. He is a founding member of Cheza Ngoma, an African dance and culture association. Menard teaches traditional East African dance and drumming as well as more modern ndombolo at Cheza Ngoma. Menard has been involved in creating numerous Afrodance shows, the latest of which is The Rise of the Queens production, which combines Afrodance and capoeira. Menard also acts as the artistic director at the Fest Afrika festival organized in the summer, The biggest and oldest African Festival in Finland.
DOCUMENTARY: Cultural Crossroads
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