Sankofa: Return to Joy, A Black History & Futures Celebration
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Sankofa: Return to Joy, A Black History & Futures Celebration

  • ALL AGES

In Sankofa spirit, join us for an evening of celebration with music, dance, food, and the reveal of the Hogan’s Alley Commemorative Coin!

By Hogan's Alley Society

Date and time

Saturday, February 8 · 5:30 - 9pm PST

Location

Britannia Community Centre

1661 Napier Street Vancouver, BC V5L 3X1 Canada

Agenda

6:10 PM - 6:30 PM

Commemorative Coin Reveal

7:50 PM - 8:30 PM

Panel Discussion: Past to Future of Hogan’s Alley

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes
  • ALL AGES

Celebrate Black History Month with the Hogan's Alley Society!

Sankofa: Return to Joy is a special evening of rediscovery and the first public reveal of the Hogan's Alley Commemorative Coin. This inspiring night will offer space to gather, reflect, and honor the vibrant culture, history, and resilience Black communities have nurtured and continue to shape.

This year's theme, Return to Joy, embodies our collective road to rediscovering Black joy within the community. To celebrate this, the HAS team has curated an uplifting event you're sure to remember, hosted by the amazing Acacia Gray!

✨ What to Expect:

  • Hogan's Alley Coin Reveal
  • Live Acts by Local Black Artists
  • Free Dinner & Drinks
  • An Insightful Panel Discussion
  • A Merch & Donation Table

... Full Artist Lineup Coming Soon✨

In the spirit of Sankofa, we hope that we can reflect on the rich journey of the past — recognizing all we have overcome and celebrating our accomplishments — while dreaming of and building on the limitless possibilities for our futures. — Let's share in the joy of this moment together. We look forward to seeing you there!


Please RSVP now to join us.

For all inquiries, email info@hogansalleysociety.org.


With love,

HAS Team


Frequently asked questions

What does "Sankofa" mean?

Sankofa is a concept originating from the Akan people of Ghana, meaning "go back and get — or retrieve it." It encourages us to reflect on the past to move forward with wisdom and strength. This idea of looking back to reclaim and celebrate our history is central to the theme, Return to Joy.

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Hogan's Alley Society

The Hogan’s Alley Society advocates for Black Vancouverites who have endured the legacies of urban renewal and their erasure from the official historical narrative.

Through our initiatives we hope to build the capacity of racialized and marginalized communities to participate in city building.