June Community Roundtable

Coinciding with Juneteenth, this Roundtable will feature special guest, James O’Neil Spady, who will lead a discussion about his book, Take Freedom: Uncovering the Hidden History of the Denmark Vesey Affair. The June Community Roundtable will be on Saturday, June 20 at 11 AM EST, at the Gandhi Institute.

About Take Freedom:
In 1822, Black Charlestonians attempted to overthrow slavery. They were exposed before they could strike, and many were tried and executed in what has come to be known as the Denmark Vesey Affair. Author James O’Neil Spady argues that the uprising was a broadly based, African-influenced social movement. He will share excerpts from his book and lead a discussion about nonviolence and collective resistance.

About the Community Roundtables:
The Community Roundtables offer a space to share perspectives, make sense of what’s happening in the world, and remain connected to one another. This series will be at the Gandhi Institute on the third Saturday of each month at 11 AM – 1 PM EST.

Each session will focus on open dialogue or specific topics that matter to the Rochester community, some selected by Gandhi Institute staff and others chosen by participants based on pressing issues and events. Through open conversation, we seek to cultivate understanding and plant the seeds for connection.

Questions? Email Katie Thomas at katie@mkgi.org