The Real Mission of Malcolm X

Malcolm X remains one of the most powerful and most misunderstood figures in modern political history. Too often reduced to myth, his radical legacy has been softened, co-opted, or erased.

In this timely conversation, academic and author Kehinde Andrews reclaims Malcolm X’s revolutionary message, drawing on his new book Nobody Can Give You Freedom. Marking 100 years since Malcolm X’s birth, Andrews explores the activist’s true philosophy rooted in transformation, resistance, and justice.

This discussion repositions Malcolm X for today’s world, showing why his ideas still resonate in debates about race, power, liberation, and global inequality.

Join us for a compelling event that goes beyond the myths to reveal the lasting influence of Malcolm X, a leader whose vision of freedom and equality continues to inspire movements across the globe.
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About the Author

Dr. Kehinde Andrews

Kehinde Andrews is a British academic, author, and activist. He leads the Centre for Critical Social Research, founded the Harambee Organisation of Black Unity, serves as co-chair of the UK Black Studies Association and serves as the Professor of Black Studies, based at Birmingham City University.

About the Chair

Saeed Khan

Saeed Khan is a cultural historian and commentator based at Wayne State University in Detroit, where he teaches in the departments of History and Global Studies. His academic expertise includes Islamic and Middle Eastern history, Islamic political thought, and transnational identities. Alongside his academic work, he is a frequent analyst for international media outlets. Saeed is the founder of the Center for the Study of Trans-Atlantic Diasporas, a policy institute focused on ethnic and immigrant communities in North America and Europe.