Events & Gatherings
Community Screening: Ubuntu Digital Storytelling
This community screening of Ubuntu Digital Storytelling is presented in partnership with both The Saskatchewan Association of Black Social Workers (SABSW) & The Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (BPES).
Thursday, February 27, 7 PM
Film: Ubuntu Digital Storytelling
Director: Florence K Mudzongo
Year: 2024
Runtime: 48 minutes
Country: Canada
Rating: N/R
This powerful film celebrates the invaluable contributions of the Black community to wellness in Saskatchewan and beyond. Through authentic stories and Africentric storytelling, it highlights resilience, connection, and the spirit of Ubuntu—”I am because of who we all are.” Rooted in respect, kindness, solidarity, and shared humanity, the film inspires collective action to celebrate diversity, equity, inclusive wellness, and Black excellence.
A community panel discussion will following this screening.
Event/Exhibition meta autogenerated block.
When
February 27 at 7:00PM–9:00PM
Where
SaskTel Theatre
February 27 at 7:00PM – 9:00PM
The Saskatchewan Association of Black Social Workers (SABSW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to social justice, promoting wellness, and advancing Black excellence. Grounded in Africentric social work, SABSW empowers communities, challenges systemic inequities, and fosters wellness and inclusion through participatory research projects and advocacy.
The mission of The Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan is to create a space that celebrates, recognizes and motivates Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs to excel academically and professionally while transforming their communities.
This Community Screening of Ubuntu Digital Storytelling is free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served.
The Ubuntu Digital Storytelling project was produced in partnership with the Saskatchewan Association of Black Social Workers, the University of Saskatchewan Student Wellness Centre, the University of Regina Faculty of Social Work and EDI office, Affinity Credit Union, and the University of Saskatchewan Media Production team.
