Hosted by the Gullah/Geechee Nation
“De Wata da We” will be an interactive cultural circle of connection led by Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation as she engages with leaders of the Gullah/Geechee Nation and members of the Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition to discuss how the ocean is a sacred element to native Gullah/Geechees. Ocean access is critical to the sustainability of the Gullah/Geechee Nation. Yeddi how we da hol pun disya and pun who webe.
Panelists:
- Queen Quet, Chieftess and Head-of-State, Gullah/Geechee Nation
- Elder Carlie Towne, Minister of Information, Gullah/Geechee Nation
- Representative Glenda Simmons-Jenkins, Gullah/Geechee Nation