Tue, Apr 22
|The Jamii Hub
Tuesday Discovering - Culture Cloths
Join us for an insightful workshop exploring the Chakana, a sacred Andean symbol that has been central to Indigenous cosmology for centuries.
Time & Location
Apr 22, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada
About the Event
FREE | 16+
Join us on April 22 for an insightful workshop exploring the Chakana, a sacred Andean symbol that has been central to Indigenous cosmology for centuries. More than just a symbol, the Chakana represents the profound connection between the spiritual, earthly, and inner realms, guiding us in our relationship with nature, the cycles of life, and our community.
Through colonization, the Chakana has also become a symbol of resistance and Andean peoples have carried it through generations as a quiet yet powerful act of defiance against forced erasure. In this workshop, Carolina Rojas, Jamii’s lead artist for the April cycle, invites you to discover the significance of this ancient symbol and how it continues to shape Andean identity and resilience today.
Led by Carolina, a seasoned dancer, choreographer, and arts administrator, this workshop invites you to the rich traditions and philosophies of the Andean peoples. Carolina’s expertise in dance, her commitment to community empowerment,…