The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
Presents:
The African Diaspora Speaker Series
featuring speaker
Martine Françoise de Souza
Join us for a powerful afternoon with Martine Françoise de Souza, great-great-great-granddaughter of Brazilian slave trader Francisco Félix de Souza. Born in Benin and educated in Ghana, Martine has dedicated her life to studying African history and the transatlantic slave trade. With courage and humility, she confronts her family’s legacy, publicly expressing regret and asking forgiveness for her ancestor’s role. Her presentation will offer a rare perspective on memory, reconciliation, and the enduring impact of the African Diaspora.
Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. Louisville, Kentucky 40203
Saturday, September 13, 2025 – 2:00 pm
The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
Presents:
The African Diaspora Speaker Series
featuring speaker
Martine Françoise de Souza
Join us for a powerful afternoon with Martine Françoise de Souza, great-great-great-granddaughter of Brazilian slave trader Francisco Félix de Souza. Born in Benin and educated in Ghana, Martine has dedicated her life to studying African history and the transatlantic slave trade. With courage and humility, she confronts her family’s legacy, publicly expressing regret and asking forgiveness for her ancestor’s role. Her presentation will offer a rare perspective on memory, reconciliation, and the enduring impact of the African Diaspora.
Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. Louisville, Kentucky 40203
Saturday, September 13, 2025 – 2:00 pm
Free and open to the public
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Venue
Louisville, Kentucky 40203 + Google Map