Dakar Spring 2025 Conference Information

INSCRIPTION – Conférence Dakar Printemps 2025

INSCRIÇÃO – Conferência Dakar Primavera 2025

“Antropologia e a Experiência Negra”, Dakar, Senegal, 14 a 18 de maio de 2025*

Anthropologie et expérience noire » Dakar, Sénégal, 14 -18 mai 2025

Early Registration Deadline: March 15 2025

Date limite d’inscription anticipée : 15 mars 2025

Prazo de inscrição antecipada: 15 de março de 2025

“Black people should have recognition for themselves and their backgrounds and their relationships with other people in the world and thus lose some of their alienation. This museum has certainly stood for that in this town.” -Katherine Dunham

Join us for our first conference on the African continent — a truly Global Black Anthropology Experience!

This conference seeks to explore the unique contributions and experiences of Black scholars in anthropology, emphasizing the rich tapestry of knowledge, methodologies, and insights they bring to the discipline. We have invited scholars, researchers, and students from all over Africa and the African diaspora, representing all anthropological sub-disciplines and related fields to reflect on the history and practice of anthropology in and about Africa and the African diaspora, the contributions of people of African descent in the field, and the latest innovations in research and writing on Black communities.

Conference Registration

Exhibitors and Sponsors

Lodging and Accommodations

Exclusive Excursions

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Fees are in USD

Exhibitors and Sponsors

Partner with us to amplify the voices and experiences of Black anthropologists and communities!

Become a sponsor

Your sponsorship will support:

1) Free lodging in Dakar for all graduate students
2) Lodging and other fees for Africa-based scholars
3) Lodging and other fees for Global South-based scholars
4) Translation expenses (the conference will be held in 3 languages – French, English, and Portuguese)
5) General conference logistics

become a Sponsor

Become an exhibitor

The “Anthropology of the Black Experience Conference” in Dakar will give you unparalleled access to a diverse and engaged audience of scholars, researchers, and community leaders. Showcase your organization’s commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering dialogue, and celebrating the rich tapestry of Black cultures.

Become an exhibitor

Lodging and Accommodations

Traveling to Dakar for the Anthropology of the Black Experience Conference?

Here is a list of affordable accommodations near The Museum of Black Civilization.

We are offering FREE lodging for graduate students!

We also have limited rooms for contingent faculty, independent scholars, and junior scholars.

Please see below to apply:

• Graduate student lodging form
• Faculty, researcher, independent scholar form

Enrich Your Conference Experience with These Exclusive Excursions!

Take advantage of these unique opportunities to connect with Senegal’s history and culture:

Gorée Island: Journey to this UNESCO World Heritage site. A visit to Gorée Island provides invaluable context for the themes explored at the conference, offering a powerful and moving experience.

More Excursions will be announced soon

Excursion Interest form

Final Dinner Celebration

Don’t miss the closing dinner celebration for the “Anthropology and Black Experience” conference in Dakar! Join us for an unforgettable semi-formal evening of food, fellowship, and reflection. RSVP to secure your spot! Cost: $30 USD (*We will have some free passes for scholars based on the African continent.)

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