The Political Task of Religion in the African and Caribbean Diaspora
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The Political Task of Religion in the African Caribbean Diaspora
A pre election forum discussion and screening of “God Bless You Barack Obama” in Birmingham & London
With the election looming, this event is an opportunity to discuss role of religious experience (Christian, Islam, Rastafari etc) in the political process. How can faith make a difference to local, national and international politics? Politics or the gaining and use of power, is too important for religious or spiritually minded people to ignore, so we invite you to participate in a panel discussion based around the provocative film “God Bless You Barack Obama” by Dr Robert Beckford.
“God Bless You Barack Obama” (56 mins) examines the development of the religious faith of President Barack Obama. How the fusing together of radical faith, liberal politics and community organizing informed Obama’s faith and well as almost derailing his presidential campaign.
We hope this film will stimulate discussion on how to mobilize faith communities, the relationship between faith and progressive politics as well as the role of faith and spirituality in social policy, economic development and trade justice.
Free Admission. To reserve a place at The Drum contact Box Office on 0121 333 2444.
Birmingham Sunday 18th April, 3-6pm
Venue The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4UU
Panelists Dr Robert Beckford, Patrick Augustus, Bishop Dr Joe Aldred, Karen Hamilton
London Sunday 25th April, 3.30-6.30pm
Venue The Brix at St Matthews, Brixton Hill, London SW2 1JF
Panelists Dr. Robert Beckford, Dr. Lez Henry, Adjoa Andoh, Winsome-Grace Cornish
