Faith, Practice, and Belonging: LGBTQ practitioners in Candomblé

The University of Chicago Center for Identity + Inclusion 5710 S. Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Come learn about the Afro-Brazilian religious practice of Candomblé and gain an understanding of some of the key differences between Candomblé and other religious practices. The talk will explore how Candomblé houses are a place of belonging for LGBTQ members and give a sense of how Candomblé houses are sites of activism in the current...

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Èṣù / Ẹlẹ́gbára, the diasporic messenger

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

The purpose of the workshop is to have a short discussion about Orisa Èṣù from an Afro-Brazilian perspective. The main idea is to provide a brief overview about the role of Orisa Èṣù in Candomblé. The workshop will be interactive and attendees will be encouraged to interact. Besides the talk, some of the items used...