Unveiling Tallawah: Fostering Resilience and Empowerment in Black Girlhood as a response to Gender-Based Violence in Jamaica
Research presentation by Rochelle Mcfee
Mcfee delves into the concept of Tallawah as a transformative framework for countering negative representation of Black girlhood & addressing gender-based violence in Jamaica. Grounded in the immersive experience at Kindred on the Rock and the remembering of a game of Punchinella, the presentation illuminates Tallawah's principles of resilience, trust, community support & shared responsibility. By positioning Tallawah in opposition to the notion of Black girlhood as "force-ripe", the presentation underscores the critical importance of creating spaces where Black girls can play, speak about discomfort, make decisions & feel empowered to thrive. This work emphasizes efforts within marginalized communities in Jamaica to nurture Tallawah qualities among young girls, women & queer identified Black folk who navigate state sanctioned gender-based violence. The presentation amplifies the voices of those challenging societal norms & contributing to collective efforts to address violence against minoritized populations.
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 | 2:00PM-3:30PM
PEB 201
Afternoon refreshments on terrace from 2:00PM-2:30PM
Talk and conversation from 2:30PM-3:30PM
Event Details
Following the presentation, other attendees will have the opportunity to share, discuss, and receive feedback on their own works-in-progress.
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