Speaking Joy: Reading and Discussion

{"title":"Speaking Joy: Reading and Discussion","description":"\u003Cp\u003EKiy\u00e9mis is an author, afrofeminist poet and speaker who explores self\u2011love, body positivity and the visibility of Afro\u2011descendant women in Europe. She hosted the programme 'Rends La Joie' and edited the volume Pour la joie.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis reading and discussion examines how joy functions as a practice of resistance and cultural affirmation, addressing themes of self\u2011love, embodiment and political visibility. Kiy\u00e9mis reads from her work, discusses poetic strategies and invites reflection on collective and individual approaches to reclaiming joy amid social exclusion.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIn French.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E","start_date":"2026-05-30","end_date":"2026-05-30","date":"Saturday 30 May, 17:00","timings":[{"timing_start_date":"20260530T150000Z","timing_end_date":"20260530T160000Z"}]}