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Join Labyrinth of the First Gen as we continue to explore the vital work of Collective Ilé, a Puerto Rican anti-racism organization. Hear from Kimberly and Mayra about their work on organizing black identity on census data, how the Black Lives Matter movement and tumultuous events of 2020 in the United States influenced their approach, and the community's changing self-perception on race in Puerto Rico. For more information about Colectivo Ilé check out their website at https://www.colectivoile.org/

"I think that's my, my calling here. And also because I recognize that the things that I'm doing today are going to have an impact seven generations after. And that's an understanding that we also have as a practice, as an anti-racist racist practice. I think that's, that's a gift that we can receive, but also that's a gift that we can give to the future generations."

~Kimberly, Programmatic Director at Colectivo Ilé.

Episode Breakdown

• 00:00 Dismantling Racism in Puerto Rico (Negras Podcast): Introduce the episode's focus on Collective Ilé's anti-racism work.
• 00:58 Meet Maya, Program Director (Collective Ilé): Introduce Maya, a key figure in the fight against racism.
• 02:00 2020's Impact on Puerto Rico: Explore how 2020 events influenced Collective Ilé's work.
• 03:04 Census & Black Identity: Discuss their efforts for accurate Black representation in the census.
• 04:34 Census Success & Challenges: Highlight successes and ongoing challenges in anti-racism work.
• 12:58 Open Discussion & Generational Impact: Encourage engagement and explore intergenerational aspects of the movement.
• 21:06 Building Community & Dreams: Emphasize community building and Maya's dreams for a just future.
• 25:20 Conclusion & Contact Information: Wrap up with key takeaways and how to connect with Collective Ilé.

Hear from Kimberly and Mayra about:

• Black Identity & Census Data: Discover their efforts to organize and represent Black identity in official records.
• BLM & Puerto Rico's Evolving Self-Perception: Learn how Black Lives Matter impacted Collective Ilé's approach and Puerto Rico's racial consciousness.
• Confronting Denial & Social Constructs: Explore the challenges of addressing racism in a society that denies its existence, and the importance of acknowledging race as a social construct with real-life consequences.
• Building Community & Intergenerational Impact: Uncover the importance of community building and fostering relationships within the movement. Discuss the intergenerational nature of their fight for racial justice.
• Personal Aspirations & Ongoing Work: Hear Kimberly and Mayra share their dreams for the future, including a safe and fulfilling environment for the next generation and finding balance and well-being amidst ongoing efforts.

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