Thank you for joining us to celebrate ASWAD's 25th Anniversary!
ASWAD's community of scholars, artists, activists, and supporting members from around the globe to joined together in St. Louis, Missouri, for our 12th Biennial Conference - a historic 25th anniversary celebration of African and African Diaspora scholarship, culture, and resistance.

The theme, "I've Known Rivers: The Ecologies of Black Life and Resistance", explored the interwoven histories, movements, and lived experiences that shape the African and African Diaspora. Our days were filled with groundbreaking research presentations, artistic showcases, workshops, and cultural experiences as we gathered together in a city rich with Black history and contemporary activism.

View the Official Program Here

A special thank you to our Sponsors, Presenters, and Attendees for making our 12th Conference - and our 25th Year - so memorable. More highlights from this conference will be shared in the coming months as we start to plan 2027. Stay tuned!