Welcome to ASWAD

ASWAD is the premier international scholarly organization for researchers, educators, practitioners, and community members seeking to further understanding of Africa and the African Diaspora. ASWAD was founded in 2000 and today is the largest scholarly organization focused on the study of Africa and the African Diaspora. With over 900 individual and institutional members, the ASWAD community is based in the United States, as well as in the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, and Africa. ASWAD is also a multilingual and broadly interdisciplinary organization, with strong representation from the humanities and social sciences and increasing engagement with STEM disciplines, medicine, public health, information science and museum studies. By joining you will be informed of all the Association's events and initiatives, and be eligible to participate in ASWAD conferences and governance.

ASWAD 2025 "I've Known Rivers: The Ecologies of Black Life and Resistance" Call For Papers Is Now Closed. 

  

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GIVE TO CONNECT 

In 2025, we want to support our Global South Members with their conference travel. 
We can reach this goal with everyone's support.

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ASWAD Memberships are valid for 2 years.The membership renewal period begins once your current one reaches its anniversary date. Check your inbox for a renewal reminder!

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ASWAD's Draft Program for the 12th Biennial Conference and 25th Anniversary Is Now Available - Click Here To Review

 

Register Now for ASWAD 2025!

ASWAD is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for our 12th Biennial Conference & 25th Anniversary Celebration, taking place in St. Louis, Missouri! 

Conference Dates: October 29th - November 2nd, 2025

Location: Marriott St. Louis Grand, St. Louis, Missouri

To Reserve Your Room Today, Click Here! 

Take Advantage of Early Bird Registration!

Don't miss out on discounted rates! Secure your spot by July 25, 2025 to receive exclusive savings on your registration.

Early Bird Rates Available Until July 25, 2025

Regular Registration Rates Available After July 25, 2025

All conference presenters must register and or renew ASWAD membership by September 8th, 2025.

 

Join scholars, activists, and artists from around the world as we explore this year's theme: "I've Known Rivers: The Ecologies of Black Life and Resistance." 

Register Now and be part of ASWAD's historic 25th Anniversary!

For More Details, visit our Conference Page or contact us at [email protected].

We can't wait to welcome you to St. Louis!