OMOWALE MALCOLM X OBSERVANCE
50 Years Ago He Paid The Ultimate Price
Every proud people pay tribute to the major contributors to their history!
2015 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Assassination (21st February) and the 90th Birthday (19th May) of OMOWALE MALCOLM X – the ‘Godfather of Black Power,’ and most prolific Black Nationalist Pan-Afrikanist Leader and Organiser since The Most Eminent Prophet & King – His Excellency: MARCUS MOSIAH GARVEY.OMX rose, from a self-confessed “extreme delinquent” and streets Hustler, to a diehard Revolutionary, organising the same streets in the spirit of Black Liberation & Afrikan Pride. His work and impact thus stands as a prime example of the Power Potential of Black Manhood, the greatest threat against the forces of White Supremacy, which assassinated him.
Today, the same forces continue to annihilate Black Manhood, as a means to destroy the Black Family and Nation. The legacy of OMX is the manifest Garveyite-Blackprint for how today’s Black Youth can resist this destruction and become a Revolutionary generation, capable of transforming the world. In this knowledge we honour the Life & Legacy ofOMOWALE MALCOLM X, as we declare: “FREEDOM! BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY!”
THE DAY
The OMOWALE MALCOLM X Observance is NOT a meeting or a conference. It is designed to create a SANKOFA (Look back to go forward) environment in which we can celebrate, connect with & learn from the life & legacy of Omowale Malcolm X, so that we may practically build upon it.
The programme is therefore designed to tune into both the most spiritual and the most practical – REAL aspects of the legacy, giving due honour to one who lived his life and gave his life so that we could have a better life.
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The day will commence as follows….
FILM:
The proceedings begin with live footage, speeches, interviews and documentaries of Omowale Malcolm X – Hearing from the Prophet in his own words. This enables us to collectively connect directly with the Man, his life, his mission and his spirit.
DRUM CALL: –
Approaching the hour of 3pm, The Alkebu-Lan Revivalist Movement Youth (A.R.M.Y.) will announce the beginning of formalities with a Drum Call.
LIBATION:
In keeping with Afrikan tradition, will lead in to a special Libation, detailing the narrative of the life of Omowale Malcolm X as well as paying homage to his family and his ancestors. The Libation will commence around 3pm, coinciding with the approximate time of the martyrdom of OMX.
KARAMU (Feast): Dinner
EDUTAINMENT: Soul Force Panthers, ShakaRa & Souljah MC – The Children & Youth deliver Words, Sounds & Power over dynamic Rhythms.
MESSAGE: COUNTERING THE DESTRUCTION OF BLACK MANHOOD!
In an era in which in which the attack on Black Manhood has been laid bare for the world to see, Bro. Ldr. Mbandaka delivers this timely message, breaking down the tools of this attempted destruction, from Omowale Malcolm X‘s time til today. Using the life of Omowale Malcolm X, crystallising his philosophy and breaking down his practice, Brother Mbandaka will demonstrate practical steps towards empowering Black Manhood and restoring the role of Black Men as warriors, Fathers, Husbands, Freedom Fighters & Revolutionaries.
DISCUSSION:
We open the floor for the gathered strong to share thoughts ideas, reflections, questions & answers. HAVE YOUR SAY!!
Date: Sun 22nd Feb 2015
Time: 1pm – 8pm
Venue:
@TRIANGLE CENTRE
91-93 St. Ann’s Road, London N15 6NU
Adm: FREE (Donation Welcome)