“This theme was chosen to express the obstacles that underrepresented students face, creating a standard of living that is simply based on survival, where they exist without being able to flourish. On the other hand, thriving illustrates growth, prospering, and healing,” says student the event’s coordinator, Jasper Larkins. “It was important to the Social Justice Summit committee not to separate these two concepts, because the reality for many students is going to be somewhere in between, and that's okay.”
The summit—a student-led event that the Social Justice, Equity and Inclusion Center and campus partners support—strives to provide opportunities to thrive; hold compassionate, safe spaces for all; and amplify BIPOC, Queer, disabled, and other intersectional voices, Larkins explains.
The three-day summit includes a drag show, a film fest, interactive presentations that explore the intersection of identities, art, and more.
Some of the summit’s events are listed below:
Wednesday, March 1
1-2:30 p.m.
Nelson Hall East 102
The summit launches with “The Beautiful Struggle,” featuring Melina Abdullah, professor of Pan-African Studies at Cal State L.A., and co-founder of Black Lives Matter L.A. Abdullah is presenting in honor of Justice for Josiah, and will discuss her own experiences while also engaging in conversations around identity.
3-4:30 p.m.
Library 209
“Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women: Motivation and Activism” will feature a conversation with Amanda Young from Two Feathers Native American Family Services.
6-7:30 p.m.
Library 209
Queer Humboldt presents “Crippling our Narrative,” an interactive presentation about crip theory—identity politics stemming from disability and queer studies.
7:30-10 p.m.
Art B 102
The first of three movie screenings—one each night—kicks off with “Crip Camp,” a movie about a group of teens with disabilities who help build a movement.
Thursday, March 2
10-11 a.m.
Library 209
David Cobb, an Advancement Manager for Wiyot Tribe's Dishgamu Community Land Trust, will present during the “Wiyot Tribe: Making Land Back a Reality” presentation.
12-1:30 p.m.
Nelson Hall East 102
Students for Quality Education present “Dismantling the Police.”
2-3:30 p.m.
Nelson Hall East 102
Join queer Filipino filmmaker PJ Raval for “Film as Social Impact: CALL HER GANDA Case Study.” Raval will discuss his own experiences, the social impact of his work, and his award-winning film “Call Her Ganda.”
4 p.m.
Nelson Hall East 106
The Drag Panel, Drag Show, and Queer Kickoff features panelists and performers, including: Vivienne Vidette, Komboujia, Tucker Noir, and Maria Arte Susya Purisima Tolentino. During the panel discussion, Cal Poly Humboldt Assistant Professor of Critical Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies Paul Michael Leonardo Atienza will show a video about his experiences.
8:30-10 p.m.
Art B 102
Film Fest: “Fixed: The Science/Fiction of Human Enhancement,” a movie which showcases human enhancement technologies.
Friday, March 3
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Library 209
The North Coast Rape Crisis Center presents “Exploring Trauma and Healing.”
2-4 p.m.
Nelson East 102
“Shedding Light on our Unhoused Community” panel presentation with former nonprofit executive Fhyre Phoenix and Anjali Browning from Arcata House Partnership.
5-6:30 p.m.
Library 209
Black Humboldt presents “Black and Brown Arts for Healing,” a workshop led by Black artists.
7-9:30 p.m.
Art B 102
Film Fest: “The Disruptors,” a movie that explores ADHD.
For more information, including the summit’s schedule, visit sjei.humboldt.edu.