Wednesday, March 12
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration Required Below
This program is co-sponsored by Bethel CT Pride
Hargrove was just out of college when her mother died after being released from prison. While dealing with that staggering loss, Hargrove fought to gain custody of her infant half brother while also challenging societal expectations as a Black queer woman.
With honesty and resilience, she examines how trauma is passed down through generations — and how individuals and communities can work toward transformation. Her story of determination, from fighting for her brother’s rights to building a family of her own, is a testament to the power of love and perseverance.
As a LAMBDA Literary Nonfiction Fellow and contributor to The Washington Post, The Guardian, and The New York Times, Hargrove sheds light on themes of identity, justice, and healing in an intimate and thought-provoking discussion.
Book sale and signing will follow the presentation.
This program is part of the Conversations Series, created in partnership by the Redding League of Women Voters and the MarkTwain Library. This award-winning series offers opportunities to continue and expand conversations on race, justice and democracy. Community members can exchange ideas, hear differing perspectives and talk about our ever-evolving democracy.
About the Author
Nikkya Hargrove is a graduate of Bard College and currently serves as a member of the school’s Board of Governors. A LAMBDA Literary Nonfiction Fellow, she has written about adoption, marriage, motherhood, and the prison system for The Washington Post, The Guardian, The New York Times, Scary Mommy, and Shondaland. She has worked for social impact nonprofits providing support to underserved communities throughout her professional career. She lives in Connecticut with her wife and three children.