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the wynter wonderland course

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Wynter in the Summer 2026!

The course will be held virtually on Wednesdays, July 8–August 12, 2026 and meet at 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM ET. This adjustment allows for a more accessible and intentional learning experience aligned with the course’s collaborative design.

Wynter Wonderland and Wynter in the Summer are transformative 6-week virtual courses that critiques Western concepts of “the human” and emphasizes the decolonization of knowledge with a Hip Hop womanist lens. These courses focus on Black women to explore race, gender, and their relationship in and out of colonial power structures. These interdisciplinary courses integrate scholar Sylvia Wynter’s concept “on being human” and Sister Souljah’s classic novel, The Coldest Winter Ever, to reimagine identity beyond societal stereotypes and recognize Hip Hop as a form of cognitive justice and cultural resistance. The collective will explore how Hip Hop empowers Black women to challenge dominant narratives, express their experiences, and foster a sense of community.

Kashema Hutchinson (PhD in Urban Education) and Chinyere Okafor (Doctoral Candidate in Critical Social Psychology) are the co-facilitators.

Course Topics Include:

  • Womanism & Intersectionality
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Truth, Knowledge and Power
  • Knowledge of Self and Community

Wynter Wonderland will also cover additional works by Zora Neale Hurston, Dr. Joan Morgan, and EbonyJanice to name a few.

Sessions will not be recorded.

FYI:

  • Wynter Wonderland centers Black women, girls and femmes across the African diaspora. Period. However this course is open to all races
  • You will need your own copy of The Coldest Winter Ever, however, all other materials will be provided after registration.
  • You don’t need a scholarly/academic background to engage.
  • Experiential knowledge is valued.
  • An open mind that wants to wonder and wonder some more is a prerequisite!

Expected Outcomes:

  • “You gon’ learn today“: Have a more critical literacy of the (de)humanization of Black women and their relationship to various forms of oppression.
  • “Each one, teach one“: Bridge possible gaps of understanding between participants while engaging in rigorous and respectful conversation.
  • “I know that’s right!”: Be able to demonstrate analytical skills with various forms of media.
  • “Look here“: Have the ability to reflect on life and choices, but most importantly be able to express it.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Wynter in the Summer 2026: The Course

Date: Wednesdays, July 8 – August 12, 2026 (Weekly)

Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM (ET)

Location: Virtual

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I am familiar with Hip Hop culture (Please answer which best applies, this is just for the facilitators to know who is in the course):(required)
I am familiar with womanist/feminist studies (Please answer which best applies, this is just for the facilitators to know who is in the course): (required)

Community Pricing Model

Registration TiersPriceDescription
Early Bird (BIPOC)$250Reduced early rate for Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color as part of our commitment to racial equity and access. Available for a limited time.
Early Bird (Non-BIPOC)$350Standard early registration rate. This tier helps sustain reduced-rate access for others. Available for a limited time.
Standard (BIPOC)$300Reduced rate reflecting our commitment to equity, care, and community-centered learning.
Standard (Non-BIPOC)$450Standard course rate for the 6-session intensive.
Payment PlanKlarnaFlexible payment options available at checkout for all tiers.

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