Indigenous Futurism, Afrofuturism, 

The road to liberty, unrestricted dreams. 

Resistance was sparked by a rising tide, 

A united force, and a decolonizing culture. 

Combining technology and customs,

Removing obstacles and imagining a varied,

Equitable and free future 

A world outside the colonial necessity.

Our voices thunder in this room,

Our stories and myths, 

Which enhance the world and transcend fate, 

Are no longer hushed. 

In the centre of Afrofuturism, 

A sun with the strongest prism shines. 

In the homeland of Indigenous Futurism, 

A vision of our past, present and future.

From the savannahs to the heavens, 

Our reality grows as our imaginations unfold. 

In the stories we tell, in the images we create,

We shatter the spell and the bonds. 

Indigenous Futurism’s tapestry, 

Its colours unspoken, the beats and strong melodies of Afrofuturism. 

Our hearts are exposed, our eyes are opened, 

Because our culture never failed, we regain it.

Our mission is to decolonize culture

By planting the seeds of truth, progress, and class.

 Indigenous Futurism and Afrofuturism 

Pave the road and create a kingdom.

We sing and depict a picture of civilisations thriving

When freedom is rightfully ours, 

In a future created by our own hands, 

Where our power is restored, and our lands are remanded.

No more suffering, oppression,

The scars we have are evidence of our gains. 

An inclusive world was Indigenous Futurism, 

And Afrofuturism is respected for their diversity in colour and voice. 

Our realities are linked, 

Our dreams are in harmony,

And we celebrate our cultures 

As we move forward and shine in the future, 

We have created for ourselves.

Poem Description

“Futures Aligned,” a powerful and evocative poem, celebrates the transforming power of Indigenous Futurism and Afrofuturism. The poem celebrates the diverse, inclusive and sustainable future envisioned by various groups that resist colonialism and support decolonisation. The poem uses vivid imagery to stress the possibilities for balance and harmony between technology and tradition, as well as between different cultures and communities. It emphasises the necessity of reclaiming one’s identity and proclaiming one’s right to a life free of exploitation and dictatorship. The artwork showcases a combination of traditional African and Indigenous symbols, such as the Adinkra symbols, geometric patterns, and animal imagery, interwoven with futuristic elements like space, technology, and abstract shapes.