“Survival is Not an Academic Skill”: Exploring Audre Lorde’s Legacy with Dr. Kaila Story

In 1981, Black lesbian educator, writer, and activist Audre Lorde declared: “Those of us who stand outside the circle of this society’s definition of acceptable… know that survival is not an academic skill…” Join Dr. Kaila Story, Associate Professor of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at UofL, as she delves into Lorde’s powerful legacy. Through a discussion of Lorde’s transformative activism and writings, Dr. Story will explore how embracing our collective differences can become a force for societal change. Discover Lorde’s bold, transgressive strategies for forging connections across community lines and sparking meaningful action. Recorded on October 30, 2024. Visit us at https://www.lfpl.org