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A Two-Day Experience Exploring the Power of Black Literature in Advancing the Conversation on Reparations<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Africana Institute at Essex County College Presents..<\/em><\/p>\n

ECC 14th State of the Black Writers Symposium<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A Two-Day Experience Advancing the Conversation on Reparations<\/em><\/h3>\n

Join the Africana Institute at Essex County College for the 14th State of the Black Writers Symposium<\/strong>, a dynamic two-day experience celebrating the power of Black literature, storytelling, scholarship, and creative expression as catalysts for dialogue, reflection, and social transformation. This year\u2019s symposium explores the role of Black writers, poets, and thought leaders in advancing conversations around R<\/strong>eparations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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