Workshop: Ancestral Deassimilation, Somatic Abolitionism and Desire of Belonging to a Hegemonic Culture

On 25 April 2026, artists Anne Jesuina and Thais di Marco present a workshop on the intergenerational dynamics of assimilation, in which participants find ways, by moving and reflecting, to align with ancestral places of power and to learn concrete tools that support deassimilation.

By sharing techniques, somatic practices and cosmological education, the workshop seeks to find ways to remain connected to ancestral anti-colonial knowledge and cosmologies while navigating hegemonic cultures. It serves as an embodied practice to make space for immigrants, marginalised communities, LGBTQAP+, ethnic minorities, climate justice, cosmic justice and decolonial activists.

Participants can expect a brief introduction, somatic exercises involving simple body movements, facilitated conversation, and sharing. It is recommended to bring paper and something to write with for taking notes, as well as a yoga mat to have the option to lie down during the session.

Please register here.

Info & Credits

This event is in English. Admission is free, pay what you can. Do you also think art should be free and accessible? Please consider supporting us with a donation when registering or by becoming a Framer Framed Friend!

The event may be photographed and filmed. Kindly let us know in advance if you prefer not to have your picture taken. For seated programmes, places are always made available for wheelchair users. Please speak to the host before the programme begins.

Framer Framed is supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science; Amsterdam Fund for the Arts; Municipality of Amsterdam; and VriendenLoterij Fonds.

Location

Framer Framed
Oranje-Vrijstaatkade 71
1093 KS, Amsterdam