Film Screening & Community Dialogue
Exploring African Heritage Through DNA
When & Where
Illini Union, Ballroom
(2nd Floor, Room 200)
Featured Guests
Peres Owino & State Representative Carol Ammons
Includes
Food, DNA Testing Waitlist & Community Dialogue
Join the Conversation
Peres Owino
Award-winning producer of Bound: Africans Vs. African Americans
Rep. Carol Ammons
Champion of the Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program
Dr. LaKisha David
Principal Investigator, TAKiR Project & Illinois Family Roots Program
Interactive Presentations
Dive deeper into the themes and research behind our work through these immersive, self-paced presentations designed to enhance your understanding of African heritage and genetic genealogy.
Welcome & Preparation
Setting the Stage for Discovery
An engaging introduction designed to prepare attendees for the film screening and community dialogue. Explore the historical context and emotional landscape of African-African American relationships.
- Historical context and background
- Emotional preparation for difficult topics
- Community guidelines for respectful dialogue
- Personal reflection prompts
Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program
Bridging Science and Heritage
Learn about the groundbreaking Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program and how genetic genealogy is helping African Americans reconnect with their ancestral roots in Ghana and beyond.
- Program overview and goals
- How genetic genealogy works
- Success stories and discoveries
- How to participate and get involved
Healing the Sibling Rivalry
Reflections on Bound
A thoughtful, reflective journey through the themes presented in "Bound," designed to help process the complex emotions and historical wounds between Africans and African Americans.
- Key themes from the documentary
- Guided reflection questions
- Pathways to healing and understanding
- Building bridges across communities
Additional Events
Past Events (3)
Food For the Soul with Dr. LaKisha T David
Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program Kick-Off Meeting with Rep Carol Ammons
