'A Mother is Not For Sale' at ISU to explore enslavement experience
PUBLISHED Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · d jack alkire daniel alkire net; d jack alkire
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- ⬤ A live performance at ISU explores the enslavement experience of African women who became mothers during the transatlantic slave trade, shedding light on the complexities of motherhood during this period.
- ⬤ The performance aims to humanize the experiences of women who were forcibly taken from their homes and families, and the impact it had on their lives and relationships.
- ⬤ The event seeks to raise awareness about the often-overlooked stories of enslaved women and their families, and the ways in which motherhood was both a source of strength and a means of survival.
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