Afrofuturism Powered by Cannabis: High Speed to Liberation
If there is ever a time to be elevated, this is it! At CEED, we believe that the combined power of Afrofuturism and cannabis will fuel better life experiences, relationships, economics, health and living conditions for melanated people. Afrofuturism is an ideology that requires you to dive deep into your imagination to shift your paradigm of the Black experience. Shift from the position of dazed and confused consumers to that of respected, conscious leaders whose realities are led by competence, control and mental & financial freedom with hope for the future.
First, we must understand what Afrofuturism is and how this philosophy, combined with cannabis, will lead the global African diaspora to a new golden era of culture that positively affects every aspect of our lives.
What is Afrofuturism?
Marvel's Black Panther is a prime example of Afrofuturism however, most people just see futuristic aesthetics like eclectic clothing, lighting and enhanced accessories but those characteristics merely begin to scratch the surface of what Afrofuturism truly is.
At its core, Afrofuturism is the combination of science, technology and fantasy with African culture to create unparalleled power & economic advancement. Similar to cannabis, realizing Afrofuturism has the capability of changing the world through revolutionary inventions and pioneering innovation.
Afrofuturism: When culture, science and technology collide
Marvel’s 2018 Black Panther offers brief insight into indigenous ancestral practices of plant medicine and root work -- highlighting ancient African culture unlike any other big screen feature has done before -- making the film a standout amongst the entire Marvel Universe. In the film, radiant purple heart-shaped herbs fueled the Black Panther’s enhanced capabilities from expedited healing & recovery, to increased speed, strength and stamina. Beyond facilitating T’Challa’s morphosis into the Black Panther, the source behind the plant powered the technological advancements witnessed throughout the entire nation of Wakanda.
As the story goes, the plant mutated and gained its momentous abilities after a giant meteorite of Vibranium crashed into the Earth. Throughout the film, we see the Wakandans incorporate vibranium in nearly every aspect of life including transportation, telecommunications, armor & weaponry, health & medicine and science & technology - enhancing nearly every facet of their daily lives. Both, the comic book and movie actively explores how plant power and Afrofuturism can be used simultaneously to advance civilization.
How do we realize Afrofuturism powered by Cannabis?
How do we leverage culture, science & technology to create solutions that propel us into the future?
Introducing the CEEDVERSE: a vibrant collection of initiatives that serve as a gateway to an enriched cannabis culture. This is more than just cannabis consumption; it's about reshaping narratives and empowering communities impacted by the War on Drugs.
Imagine a world where storytelling and education come together to transform perceptions of cannabis. The CEEDVERSE makes this vision a reality through groundbreaking initiatives that inspire and inform.
With the B.L.O.C.K initiative, we engage parents and children in meaningful experiences on the benefits of cannabis. CEEDVERSE Comics takes this engagement further, using captivating narratives that elevate the imagination surrounding cannabis to new heights, making learning both fun and impactful. For aspiring artists, our AoA NFTs offer a unique platform where digital art intersects with social change. By owning a piece of this vibrant collection, you’re not just investing in art; you’re contributing to a movement that supports communities and reshapes the future.
This is the work that we at CEED explore daily. We understand the important role cannabis plays in combating global warming, balancing social inequities, replacing harmful products and creating economic ecosystems amongst a host of additional favorable capabilities. Though the cannabis plant has over fifty thousand commercial applications, today it is used in just a few industries, most notably automotive, residential & commercial construction and non-traditional medicine and wellness. Now is the time for us to connect technology & cannabis to influence change in our everyday lives!
Each component of our core ethos encourages this concept - promoting innovative, pioneering thought leadership and solution exploration to influence a new existence of Black culture driven by Afrofuturism powered by cannabis™️.
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In our next article, we’ll dive deeper into the connection between cannabis and vibranium and how we can all harness our collective power to bring the fantasy of Wakanda to reality.