Vital Voices: Social Justice Through Things and Stuff

 Books are not the only way to understand and access Truth. Project Humanities Founding Director Dr. Neal Lester explains how and why artifacts are just as important tools of social justice as are books. In partnership with ASU Library's Black Collections, join us in this exciting interactive event, where attendees are invited to bring something that connects them with a social justice issue.

Vital Voices brings together individuals and communities to “talk, listen, and connect” through literature, language, and performance in important cultural spaces around the Valley. We encourage and utilize a range of creative expression, which demonstrates the necessity and vitality of multiple perspectives on and approaches to understanding our humanity.

Accessibility Statement

All abilities are welcome at this event. We strive to make our programs accessible to the largest number of people possible and are always looking at ways to remove barriers. In preparation for this event, we have made sure that:

• The location is wheelchair accessible, but in the Solar Panel (North) Parking ​Lot  
  ​all Accessible parking spots will NOT be available. ​Four (4) additional alternate parking spaces will be allocated near the two (2) existing Accessible parking spots near the library's east entrance. These parking spots will be identified as Accessible parking.
  The east row of parking spots along the the Pill (Center) Parking Lot as you enter Burton Barr Central Library off of Willetta Street will NOT be available.
• All speakers will have microphones.
• We also ask that participants please refrain from any strong scents or fragrances.
• Expect to experience:
  • ​Noise (removal of rock and materials, drilling, etc.)
  • Vibrations (movement of heavy equipment, hand tools, etc.)
  • Dust and debris​​​​
  • Odors 
    ​​The library is taking mitigating measures to reduce the intensity of odors.​

If you have accessibility requirements, please contact projecthumanities@asu.edu, so we can work together to find an accommodation for your request.