THE HONG KONG ANTHROPOLOGICAL SOCIETY
AND THE HONG KONG MUSEUM OF HISTORY
PRESENT
An Anthropological Talk by Innocent Mutanga
Rebranding Blackness in Asia: Empowering communities through the Africa Center Hong Kong
Friday 4 October 2024, 7:00pm
Hong Kong Museum of History
Lecture Hall, Ground Floor, 100 Chatham Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
The struggles surrounding the image of being black in Asia are complex and multifaceted. Black individuals living or visiting Asian countries often face a range of challenges, including stereotypes, discrimination, and a lack of representation. Due to limited exposure and understanding, some people may hold preconceived notions that associate black individuals with negative stereotypes, such as criminality or low intelligence. In this talk, Innocent Mutanga will explore the multifaceted struggles faced by individuals of African descent in Asia, and delve into strategies for breaking down these barriers through education, representation, and community building. He will also share insights into the establishment and operations of the Africa Center Hong Kong as a catalyst for change in the region, highlighting its social impact.
Innocent Mutanga, an Anthropology graduate from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and an accomplished TEDx speaker, is deeply committed to rebranding blackness and promoting an African perspective, particularly with regard to black consciousness in Asia. In 2019, he founded the Africa Center Hong Kong, a dynamic social enterprise that has gained remarkable momentum since its establishment.
The HKAS is a member of the World Council of Anthropological Associations