DIVINE DIALOGUE: Declaration to the Black Body with Tammaka Staley

START: 2:05PM EST

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Tammaka Staley (she/they) is a Spoken Word Artivist, Sex Educator, and Healing Justice Practitioner from Columbia, SC, dedicated to transforming views on sexuality and social justice. As Founder and CEO of YASÉ, a grassroots organization offering decolonized sex education to Black and Queer communities, and a 2x Queen of the South poetry slam champion. Tammaka’s work has been featured in The Huffington Post, Glamour, SELF Magazine, and more.

DIVINE DIALOGUE: Honoring Ancestral Wisdom: The Power of Rituals and Ceremonies in Healing with Blanche Williams.

START: 2:15PM EST

Black Girl Magik Founder, Shydeia and Blanche Williams will explore the transformative role that ancestral rituals and nature play in personal and collective healing. This discussion delves into how connecting with our ancestors and nature through sacred practices can provide guidance, restore balance, and facilitate emotional and spiritual renewal. By honoring these traditions, we tap into a wellspring of wisdom that empowers us to navigate life’s challenges and strengthen our resilience, creating a path to deeper healing and self-discovery.

DIVINE DIALOGUE: Spring Renewal: Divination as a Tool for Growth & Alignment

START: 3:15PM EST

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Lauren Ashley is a Black art therapist, spiritual coach, and tarot reader who blends ancestral wisdom with holistic mental health practices. Rooted in indigenous healing traditions, her work integrates narrative exploration, creative expression, and somatic practices to support personal and collective transformation. With over a decade of experience in divination, Lauren helps others navigate life’s transitions by reconnecting with their intuition and inner strength.

DIVINE DIALOGUE: The Power of Vision: Aligning Mind, Body & Spirit for Intentional Growth with Chanelle Ramsubick

Visualization is more than just envisioning the life you want—it’s about embodying it in mind, body, and spirit. In this transformative conversation, BGM Founder Shydeia Caldwell and psychiatrist Dr. Chanelle Ramsubick will explore the intersection of goal-setting, intention-setting, and mental well-being. They will discuss how visualization is both a cognitive and somatic process, shaping not only our mindset but also our nervous system, emotions, and energy. This session will highlight how to use visualization as a tool for personal transformation without triggering stress or burnout, emphasizing the importance of emotional regulation and sustainable action. Attendees will gain insight into creating goals that feel expansive rather than overwhelming, integrating intention with aligned action, and navigating the journey to their best self in a way that is mentally, emotionally, and spiritually sustainable—while maintaining progress through actionable tools.

5:15PM EST

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Chanelle Ramibusck is a board-certified psychiatrist known for her compassionate, non-judgmental approach to patient care. As a co-founder of Ode Toronto, a family-owned, Black-owned hotel, she combines her love for hospitality with a commitment to community. A passionate traveler, Chanelle explores the world to expand her horizons and deepen her understanding of global cultures and the communities we share.

DIVINE DIALOGUE: Rooted in Wellness: Reclaiming Culture, Food Sovereignty & Holistic Healing for Global Liberation with Cassandra Dailey, and Gladys Nyoth

6:15PM EST

In this conversation, BGM Founder Shydeia is joined by culinary chef and actress Gladys Nyoth, and sustainability advocate Cassandra of BFree Organics. They will explore how reclaiming cultural practices through food, wellness, and sovereignty can transform individual and collective well-being. Topics include food sovereignty, self-care as resistance, and integrating ancestral traditions with modern sustainability practices to empower Black communities and foster leadership and sustainability in the face of systemic challenges.

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:

Gladys Nyoth, founder of I Know a Place and known as The Afro Poppins, is an immersive chef and actress blending art, culture, and hospitality to craft meaningful experiences. Born in France with Cameroonian Bassa roots, she curates influential collectives and self-sustained hubs, fostering authentic human narratives. With over a decade of experience, she has collaborated with brands, bridging visual and edible arts at events worldwide.

Cassandra Dailey is a holistic aesthetician, is the founder of BFree Organics, a skincare and lifestyle brand rooted in nature, heritage, and wellness. Inspired by her grandmothers—one a dedicated farmer and the other a symbol of elegance—Cassandra began her journey in 2007, creating a remedy for her eldest son’s chronic eczema. This transformative experience led to the creation of BFree Organics in 2012, prioritizing quality, sustainability, and accessibility. Her brand honors the legacy of her ancestors, blending earth’s wisdom with timeless grace.

Radical Rejuvenation: Breathing into Power with Kathleen Booker.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Kathleen Booker, known as the Jedi of Calm, is a breathwork expert and spiritual coach who empowers individuals to tap into their inner power, ease, and freedom. Through transformative breathwork, energy healing, and spiritual guidance, she helps clients release stress, restore balance, and reclaim their vitality.