TRAVEL SUMMIT 2024

Exposing Columbus:

Roots, Routes, and Your Journey Home to Africa

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FREE ONLINE EVENT: Monday, October 14, 1 PM – 4 PM EST | Zoom Platform

Discover the Truth an Enlightening Experience: Journey Home to Africa

This event isn’t about textbooks and lectures. It isn’t really about Columbus. This event is about getting to the bottom of THE TRUTH!! It’s about taking a journey through history, embracing and learning about the vibrant cultures of Africa. Too much has been hidden and whitewashed for far too long. Let’s learn about the Africa they don’t want us to see. 

✅ Africa with a rich history.

✅ Africa with inspirational stories. 

✅ Africa with legacies that empower us. 

✅ This is the Africa that has been deliberately kept from us.

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Why This Event Matters

Columbus represents a series of lies that we have been convinced are the truth. 

The world didn’t know anything and wasn’t worthy of anything until white Europeans sailed west, navigating the oceans, and liberating struggling people from their wretched lives. 

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The entire Western culture is built upon this fabrication.

And inside of this event, we expose it for what it is. LIES!!!

In the process, we are liberating our hearts and minds as Africans in the diaspora and on the continent of the lies, misconceptions, and untruths we have been manipulated to believe. This is difficult work, but we have assembled an amazing line up of experts and travelers to help you see the light. 

In a world where Black history is often minimized or erased, this summit offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with the true essence of African heritage. It’s about reclaiming our roots, understanding the routes our ancestors took, and embracing the journey back to a history that empowers us. 

Our distinguished speakers will take you through a transformative experience, unveiling the untold stories that have shaped the world and offering insights into how this knowledge can empower you and your community.

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Who Should Attend?

This event is for anyone passionate about Traveling the African diaspora and learning about the life and history that was STOLEN from our ancestors.

✔️ Parents and Grandparents: Gain the knowledge to educate and inspire future generations with a truthful account of African history. Because if you don’t set the example, it will never get into your family. No one is coming to do this work for you.

✔️ Educators: Discover new perspectives and resources to enrich your curriculum and empower your students. Grow and enlighten the minds of your students with stories from the African diaspora that connect with them, empower them, and inspire their growth.

✔️ Students and Lifelong Learners: Continue your growth and development. Dive into the untold stories that challenge and change the way we see the world. By pouring into yourself, you can expand the way you see the world and the impact you can have on it.

✔️ Community Leaders​​: Learn practical ways to incorporate this knowledge into your work and foster personal and collective growth.

Event Details:

  • Name: Exposing Columbus: Roots, Routes, and Your Journey Home to Africa
    Date & Time: Monday, Oct 14, 1 PM – 4 PM EST
  • Duration: 3 Hours of Programming
  • Where: Hosted on the Zoom platform
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meet our

Keynote Speakers

Jay Cameron, Founder and CEO of Maximum Impact Travel

Jay Cameron is a dynamic entrepreneur, speaker, playwright, world traveler, community leader, and philanthropist with nearly 30 years of experience. His ventures, often highlighted in national media, have made a significant impact on communities and audiences, reaching over 200,000 people through his live events and original stage productions. Jay’s mission is to educate and inspire through entertainment.

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Jay’s passion for travel, particularly African diaspora travel, began after a life-changing trip to Ghana. Since then, he has explored various African countries including Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zanzibar, Togo, Benin, and even Brazil, climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and embarking on a Serengeti safari. His deep appreciation for the cultures and histories he encountered led to the founding of the Maximum Impact Travel movement, aimed at introducing others to the rich history and inspiring stories of the African diaspora.

In 2020, Jay launched the “Black History Before Slavery” initiative to spotlight the history of the African diaspora prior to the Arab and European slave trades, focusing on culture, cuisine, art, and education. Through his efforts, Jay hopes to encourage more people to explore Africa, learn about its vast history, and broaden their perspectives.

Your Host: Freddie Taylor, CEO of Urban Intellectuals

  • Freddie Taylor will kick off the travel summit with opening remarks on our Exposing Columbus: Roots, Routes, and Your Journey Home to Africa and how the understanding of Black history is important.
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Freddie E. Taylor is the founder and CEO of Urban Intellectuals (UI), dedicated to transforming Black history education. Under his leadership, UI has sold over 400,000 Black History Flash Cards and gained media attention from outlets like TIME, Essence, and CBS Chicago. In collaboration with JetBlue, the flashcards were featured in JFK and Newark airports during Black History Month.

Freddie co-hosts Black Business Icons, showcasing Black entrepreneurs. He has been honored with the WDB Legacy Gala Award for Community and named one of the Top 25 Speakers of 2023 by iDominate Public Speaking Magazine.

Inspired by the lack of Black history education for his sons, Freddie launched UI’s Black History Flashcards in 2017. UI also offers the Sankofa Club, travel experiences, and an adult Black History class membership. His work has earned him recognition in Black Enterprise as a successful entrepreneur. Recently, UI’s flashcards were included in Target stores for Black History Month 2023.

Freddie’s dedication to Black history education continues to inspire and empower future generations.

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Don’t miss this chance to be part of a groundbreaking event that promises to educate, inspire, and empower. Sign up now and take the first step towards a deeper understanding of African history and identity.

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Hear From Our Travel Family about these MUST ATTEND TRAVEL!!

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“We had a wonderful time. Each day was packed with activity as we toured historic sites. The tour guides were knowledgeable, compassionate, and enlightening. Meals were plentiful and delicious.”

–Wendy Y for Sankofa Experiences from Urban Intellectuals
The Gateway Experience Ghana – August 8-16, 2024 on Aug 20, 2024

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“This trip was soooo A-mazing!!! The tour guide Morris and his team did a phenomenal job!!!! He ensured we had the best experience and everyone felt safe and secure under his leadership and guidance. Our group became a family by the end of the trip. We had jam-packed days full of cultural experiences, history, and fun. Our lives will forever be changed. Special thank you sooo much to Morris, Irene, Vicky, George, Noah (the best bus driver on the continent), Kofi and Omar. Urban Intellectual you have done an amazing job connecting travelers with local tour guides to provide such an enriched and loving experience. I will definitely be traveling with you all again and spreading the word.”

–Bobby W for Sankofa Experiences from Urban Intellectuals
The Gateway Experience Ghana – August 8-16, 2024 on Aug 20, 2024

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“Considering the many times I have traveled specifically to Africa, I will say this was the most immersive experience. We were on a tight schedule the included the most wonderful cultural experiences. I met so many like minded people which made the group cohesive. Definitely worth the money and would have paid for a day or two extension to really relax and enjoy with a little more time.”

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“This was a trip of a lifetime! I was really impressed with the logistics, planning and thought process that Jay Cameron provided/organized for me and my family. This East African adventure to Tanzania/Zanzibar was informative and I strongly encourage others to take part in it! Looking forward for more trips in the future!”

–Pamela J   for Sankofa Experiences from Urban Intellectuals
The East African Adventure Tanzania & Zanzibar (July 18-27, 2024)

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Exposing Columbus: Roots, Routes, and Your Journey Home to Africa, promises to be a transformative experience that will leave you with a richer, deeper understanding of Black history. Sign up today and become part of a community exploring and experiencing the truths of our shared past.

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