USAIN/CBHL 2024 Biennial Meeting

In my plenary talk, we will explore the intersection of community design and systems-level memories and stories. We will delve into the profound intimacy embedded within sovereign realms and how it relates to technological ecological knowledge, data, and information flows. Drawing inspiration from my experiences as a black agrarian designer in the Global Food Systems, we will discuss the need to create new tools that promote non-harmful practices and contribute to an equitable and just Global Food System.

Using a blend of theoretical poetics, experiential narratives, and visionary perspectives, we will embark on a journey of discovery into how our stories can infuse deep understanding and growth into what it means to be human with accountability, action, and transformation. Designing sovereignty is a conduit for developing deep relationships and nurturing collective flourishing toward transformational systems change.