Building the Beloved Community: Dr. King’s Dream and Ubuntu

Join the Movement: MLK Day, Ubuntu Film Screening, and a Vision for Change

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Jan 13, 2025

This Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, join us in celebrating unity, compassion, and the transformative power of Ubuntu. With fires devastating communities across Southern California, the need for hope, solidarity, and support has never been greater. Together, we can inspire change, honor Dr. King's legacy, and provide meaningful help to those in need.

Why Ubuntu and MLK Weekend Matter

At a time when division feels pervasive, these events offer a profound message of hope and progress. Ubuntu, an African philosophy that embodies the essence of interconnectedness—"I am because you are, and you are because I am"—reminds us that our humanity is tied to one another. By embracing this principle, we can transform our communities and create a better future.

A Week of Events: Celebrate, Engage, and Support

January 19th: Virtual Watch Party

The Spirit of Ubuntu, our award-winning documentary, will be available to the world for the first time on Binge. After earning 25 international awards, this powerful film will premiere during a special online watch party.

📅 Date: January 19th
🕒 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM PST
🎟️ Get Your Tickets Here

About the Film:
The documentary follows Grammy-nominated reggae artist Pato Banton and world-renowned composer Antoinette Rootsdawtah as they travel through 10 African countries. Their journey highlights the profound impact of Ubuntu on communities, showcasing stories of unity, healing, and compassion in action.

January 20th: MLK Day Celebration in San Diego

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the WorldBeat Cultural Center in San Diego. This in-person event marks the global release of The Spirit of Ubuntu and honors Dr. King's vision of a Beloved Community.

📅 Date: Monday, January 20th
🕒 Time: 12 PM – 6 PM
📍 Location: WorldBeat Cultural Center, San Diego, CA
🎟️ Get Your Tickets Here

Interview with Antoinette and Makeda on FOX 5

Event Highlights:

Cultural Performances: Live music, featured speakers, and cultural expressions honoring Dr. King and Ubuntu.
Community Reflection: Conversations on how Ubuntu and the Beloved Community philosophy can inspire actionable change.
Global Film Release: Learn how to watch and share The Spirit of Ubuntu worldwide.

Support Our Local Community Affected by the Fires

This weekend, we’re not just coming together to celebrate unity; we’re taking action to support those in need. Southern California’s recent wildfires have displaced many families and left our neighbors in dire circumstances.

We are collecting:

All donations will go directly to families affected by the fires. If you cannot attend the events in person but wish to help, you can contribute through monetary donations. Every dollar raised will go to providing essential supplies and support to those rebuilding their lives.

The Power of Ubuntu: A Message for All

The Spirit of Ubuntu is not just a film; it’s a movement. The documentary has already inspired audiences in over 20 countries. It celebrates the idea that we are all connected, echoing Dr. King's teachings of love, justice, and equality.

Producer Pato Banton shared, “The positive feedback from everyone who has seen the film has been truly amazing, with many people saying they feel inspired to do more to make this world a better place.”

Join Us in Building a Better Future

Whether you join the online watch party, attend the MLK Day celebration, or support our wildfire relief efforts, you’ll be part of a global movement that honors the past, embraces the present, and commits to a brighter future.

Let’s spread the Spirit of Ubuntu worldwide—because together, we are stronger.

Donations and Drop-Off Details
📍 Donations will be collected at the WorldBeat Cultural Center during the MLK Day celebration.

Four Ways to Support Ubuntu

Subscribe to the Ubuntu International Substack. While all content is free, readers can level up to become paid subscribers. All net subscriptions fund the Ubuntu Empowerment Fund, supporting amazing Ubuntu-practicing individuals and organizations.
Join us on Facebook.
Join the public Facebook group called Ubuntu Family to meet and get to know the people that we are supporting and helping. It’s where we can all come together and share knowledge and resources amongst each other in the Spirit of Ubuntu. Come, join us!
Donate directly to the organizations listed on the Ubuntu Empowerment Fund website. Visit the Spirit of Ubuntu website’s Organization page to donate to specific organizations.
Donate to the Ubuntu Empowerment Fund. All donations made to the Fund are pooled with paid subscriptions to support the Ubuntu Family Network (UFN).