Thandiwe McCarthyThandiwe McCarthy is a seventh-generation African Canadian and a renowned spoken-word poet and writer. His unique narrative style interweaves the rich history of Black New Brunswick with contemporary experiences, emphasizing the significance of storyelling in preserving cultural heritage. A co-founder of the New Brunswick Black Artists Alliance, an advocate for the recognition of August 1st as Emancipation Day, and an organizer for the New Brunswick Emancipation Celebration event, Thandiwe was recognized by the CBC in 2023 as one of the 20 Black Changemakers in Atlantic Canada. Thandiwe is the culture correspondent for [Edit] magazine and author of the poetic memoir, Social Oblivion: Raised Black in Canada. Read More Read Less