Talk

Surviving slavery

12 July 2025
1:45-3:30pm
Free to all

Discover the impacts of multigenerational trauma and systemic inequities at this talk exploring Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome

Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome is a theory by Dr Joy DeGruy in her seminal work Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America’s Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing.

It examines how centuries of slavery, followed by systemic racism, have left enduring psychological and behavioural scars. Experts and community leaders will interrogate the theory and discuss actionable strategies for healing, resilience, self-love and well-being.

Discussions will explore pathways to community well-being, foster a culture of self-love, and highlight tools for nurturing emotional health in the face of adversity.

Whether you're a community leader, educator, mental health professional, or simply someone passionate about social justice and healing, this event is a space to learn, connect and be inspired.

This event is part of the year-long commemorations marking 30 years of African Remembrance Day.

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Address

London Museum Docklands

No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London, Greater London, E14 4AL
020 7001 9844

Free to all

Opening times

Daily 10am-5pm

Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day

Please note that we will need to start clearing the galleries 20 minutes before closing time.

Exclusions and safety measures

The safety measures n place include the option to book a free ticket in advance to manage capacity, and free-standing hand sanitiser stations at key touch points and entrances. Screens will remain in place at welcome desks, till points and food services, and there will be a continued enhanced cleaning regime throughout all our galleries.

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