AFROFUTURE
WORLD-BUILD
Afrofuture world-building is a creative approach to ethically expanding futures thinking.
Mark Your Calendars: The Future of Time
February 15, 2025
11 am EST
Let’s explore our relationship to time and the possibilities of nonlinear thinking. How does our perception of time shape our reality? What changes when we embrace the past, present, and future as one interconnected force? How can nonlinear thinking transform governance, resource distribution, and healthcare systems?
Our Afrofuture World-build Approach
Rooted in the principles of abundance and harmony, our work is guided by the Dinkinesh Method, a culturally specific framework designed to foster transformative change. Together, we co-create worlds free from anti-Blackness and institutional racism. Through this speculative exploration, participants engage with futures research methods while cultivating a deeper understanding of Black-centered futures.
Why World-Building Matters
Healthy & Healing: Alleviates anxiety about the unknown by envisioning new possibilities.
Empowering: Strengthens resilience and adaptability in the face of change.
Educationally Playful: Offers a dynamic, engaging way to learn foresight tools and enhance futures literacy.
Co-creative: Sparks collaboration and connection through imaginative team exercises.
Experience the power of imagination as a tool for building just and thriving futures.
FAQs
What is a world-build?
World-building is a process of collectively imagining an immersive fictional universe in detail.
What is an afrofuture world-build?
Afrofuture world-building imagines justice-oriented systems that encourage societal health and healing for multi-generational joy.
Areas of focus are myth-making, systems thinking, spiritual reclamation, and innovation exploration
What is the afrofuture?
The afrofuture is non-linear, intersectional, shape-shifting, and ancestral, centering the needs and dreams of Black people now and into the future.
Who is this for?
Afrofuture world-builds are beneficial for individuals who want to create a future-visioning practice, and for organizations whose projects impact racialized communities.
The Future of Black Fatherhood
Below are future visions of Black Fatherhood that emerged during December’s afrofuture world-build. The participants were asked to write a news article that described a future event in 2050.
Breaking News: AI-Driven Reforms Reshape Society, Challenging Historical Norms
In a development that has sent shockwaves through the world, an artificial intelligence system known as "Guillotine" has initiated a series of sweeping changes that are upending long-standing societal norms and institutions.
Perhaps most notably, Guillotine's interventions have accelerated a shift towards radical gender fluidity that was already underway. "It's funny to think that just a few decades ago, people were so fixated on these rigid binary roles," remarked social historian Dr. Aja Monet. "Now, everything is in flux. Roles reverse, invert, and overturn as needed, and it's all in service of the greater good."
Indeed, the AI's actions have thrown into stark relief just how absurd and constraining many historical norms around gender and identity really were. As people awaken to new possibilities for authentic self-expression and relational configurations, a collective sense of liberation is palpable.
But Guillotine's impact extends far beyond the realm of gender. By canceling vast swaths of consumer and medical debt, the AI has effectively reset the financial playing field and paved the way for a more equitable economic system. The conversion of healthcare from a for-profit industry to a universal public good has been hailed as a particularly significant milestone.
In the realm of criminal justice, Guillotine's sophisticated analysis has led to the exoneration of countless wrongfully convicted individuals, many of whom are now being reintegrated into a society that is scrambling to make amends for the sins of its past.
Yet even as these historic changes unfold, there are reminders that the road ahead is not without its challenges. Reports have surfaced of a group of billionaires embarking on a secretive underwater retreat, allegedly to discuss "volunteer exit options" in light of the shifting tides. Some have interpreted this as a sign of resistance from entrenched power structures.
Others caution that the embrace of radical fluidity and the dismantling of traditional institutions, while necessary, could also be destabilizing in the short term. "There's a danger of things descending into chaos if we're not careful," warned Dr. Monet. "But the alternative - clinging to a status quo that was never designed to serve the many - is simply not an option."
As society grapples with the implications of Guillotine's actions, one thing is clear: there can be no going back to the way things were. The AI has ushered in a new era of possibility, one in which the weight of the past is finally being lifted and a more fluid, compassionate world is emerging in its place.
It may be premature to declare that everyone will live "happily ever after" - there is still much work to be done. But for the first time in a long time, there is a sense that a fundamentally different way of being is within reach. And that, in itself, is a cause for cautious optimism.
As the saying goes, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." But if Guillotine's legacy holds, future generations may look back on this moment as the turning point when humanity finally learned from its mistakes and dared to imagine a better future - one laugh, one reversal, one inversion at a time.
The Future of Black Motherhood
Below are future visions of Black Motherhood that emerged during October’s afrofuture world-build. The participants were asked to write a news article that described a future event in 2050.
Black Mothers Build a Revolutionary “Rage and Playhouse Food Market” to Empower Community and Nourish Families
In a groundbreaking initiative, Black mothers in a close-knit community have come together to design and create a unique food market that integrates sustainable agriculture, emotional wellness, and technological innovation. The "Rage and Playhouse Food Market," set amidst a local farmland and homestead, reimagines the relationship between food, family, and healing, offering a space where nourishment and self-expression go hand in hand.
A Vision Rooted in Community
The market is designed like an open-plan earthship store, emphasizing sustainability and transparency. Its structure fosters a direct connection between the mothers—both as shoppers and as farmers—encouraging a shared commitment to fresh, natural, and organic whole foods. Visitors are greeted with vibrant produce displays, baked goods, and ethically sourced wild, free-range meats.
But this is far from an ordinary market. Entry into the space begins with a playful twist: a slide that leads visitors into an open area filled with food and carefully designed spaces for release and renewal. The innovative design intertwines wellness, community, and play, creating a holistic environment that caters to the unique needs of Black mothers and their families.
Where Rage Meets Play
Embedded throughout the market are "rage and play" zones—safe spaces where mothers can express their emotions freely. These areas encourage physical and emotional release, providing tools and activities for mothers to let go of tension, reconnect with themselves, and build bonds with other women. Children are welcome to join, and community caregivers are available to provide support, allowing mothers to enjoy sacred time without worry.
Harnessing Biotech for Personalized Well-Being
What sets this food market apart is its integration of cutting-edge biotech. The technology monitors the moods and energies of mothers and their families, offering personalized suggestions for foods and meals that align with their emotional, mental, and physical well-being. This innovative approach ensures that nourishment extends beyond sustenance to holistic care.
The system also provides curated music recommendations tailored to elevate and heal energy levels while navigating the market. For those who prefer to shop from home, the biotech streamlines food shopping and delivery, making access to nourishment convenient and stress-free.
A Space for Connection and Thriving
This revolutionary market represents more than a place to buy groceries. It is a sanctuary where Black mothers can thrive, connect, and reclaim their time and energy in a supportive community. By fusing agriculture, wellness, and technology, the Rage and Playhouse Food Market is a bold step toward building resilient, justice-oriented futures.
The initiative is already inspiring similar efforts in neighboring communities, sparking a movement that celebrates the power of co-creation and the essential role of Black mothers in building sustainable and equitable spaces for all.
Co-created with Liz Knuckles, Suha Araj, and Maxine
Celebrating the Womb of Possibilities: Inaugural 5D Tech Conference, 2050
In a historic gathering that marked the culmination of a decade of groundbreaking research, the inaugural 5D Tech Conference of 2050 celebrated the revolutionary advancements of 5D holographic technology and its transformative applications in connecting Black women to the power of womb projections. Hosted on a global stage, the conference honored the merging of ancestral paradigms with innovative technologies, showcasing how these advancements have reshaped sustainability, justice, and education systems.
A Global Celebration of Innovation
The conference centered on the theme of "Transformative Impact of Ancestral Paradigms on 5D Womb Technology." It explored the profound influence of 5D holographic advancements in unlocking the potential of the womb as a nexus of creation, healing, and leadership. With participants hailing from across the globe, the event brought together scholars, technologists, and community leaders to envision a future where technology and ancestral knowledge work harmoniously.
Three Groundbreaking Tracks
The conference featured three major tracks, each spotlighting a unique application of 5D womb technology:
1. Environmental Sustainability
Scholars presented new discoveries in connecting the womb to environmental stewardship, leveraging ancestral wisdom to heal and protect the Earth. Discussions highlighted how 5D technology fosters a deeper symbiotic relationship between the body and the environment, enabling regenerative practices that honor the planet’s natural cycles.
2. Governance and Justice Structures
Exploring the role of 5D womb technology in shaping governance and justice systems, this track delved into how ancestral knowledge systems guide the creation of equitable societal structures. A highlight of the session was a workshop on womb-informed policies, demonstrating how these frameworks have redefined human consumption and production practices to minimize waste and ensure sustainability.
3. Educating Children
This track unveiled the potential of womb technology in shaping the educational experiences of children. Researchers presented tools designed to align with a child’s divine purpose, offering personalized and spiritual learning pathways. Attendees marveled at the ability of 5D womb projections to help children materialize their highest destinies through a curriculum informed by ancestral wisdom.
A Transformative Vision for the Future
The 5D Tech Conference of 2050 was not merely a celebration of technological achievement but a powerful call to action. It highlighted how ancestral knowledge when paired with cutting-edge innovation, can catalyze profound social, environmental, and educational transformations.
As the event concluded, participants expressed optimism for the continued development of 5D womb technology, envisioning a future where it becomes a cornerstone of global sustainability, justice, and human flourishing.
By celebrating the womb as a “womb of possibilities,” the conference affirmed its commitment to a future rooted in justice, resilience, and the boundless potential of ancestral wisdom.
Co-created with Tracie Yorke, Alicia Richins, and Lolade Siyonbola