Event hosted in English
This timely and honest conversation will explore how love, as a deliberate practice, can help heal Lisbon’s present challenges within and across the indigenous and immigrant communities that make Lisbon such a magical place.
We’ll discuss real issues - identity, class, inclusion, race, and equity - while celebrating what Lisbon already gets right.
Together, we’ll ask: How can love shape both our challenges and our shared future in Lisbon?
What to expect from this event
Guided by our host Toby Thompkins, we will try together to answer meaningful questions such as How can we practice love as a community to dismantle economic, cultural and racial disparities for everyone and ensure that all who call Lisbon home feel a sense of belonging and safety?
How do we confront present day false narratives about community, belonging, and entitlement that divide us with actions rooted in truth and love, so that indigenous and immigrant residents feel seen, valued, and empowered as full participants in Lisbon’s future?
Imagining a Lisbon anchored in love—what does your ideal future look like, how do you behave differently within it, and how can each of us contribute to creating that Lisbon where everyone thrives, feels safe and can realize their full potential?
What do you need to bring?
A curious and open mind will be more than enough! Although we encourage you to bring something to take notes as the discussion will definitely be the one to remember! You can also bring your copy of “All about love” or purchase the book here before the event.
About bell hooks
bell hooks was born September 25, 1952 as Gloria Jean Watkins, known around the world as bell hooks (deliberately in lower-case). She was an African-American social activist, feminist and author using her voice to talk about race, class and gender and their ability to produce and perpetuate systems of oppression and domination. Her books, essays and numerous wrtitings were waslty published and accuired many dedicated readers all around the world. She addressed important issues of race, class and gender in arts, mass media and educatin. Even though readers said goodbye to beloved author on December 15, 2021, there is still so much to explore and learn from her timeless writings.
Hosted by author, executive coach, Lisbon resident, and Black Gay American citizen Toby Thompkins. Toby is a Futurist, Trusted Advisor, Founding CEO of SAFIOO Society, and creator of Beautiful Leadership™. He has over 30 years of experience working across corporate, for-profit, nonprofit, government and international development sectors as a senior level corporate executive, organizational development consultant, executive coach, and author.
Tickets for the event
Event is free, but registration is obligatory to secure your seat! We have limited spots so register quickly!
The Venue
Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine. Find out more on our Instagram.
How To Find Us
By Metro: We're situated a 5-minute walk from the Campo Pequeno metro (Yellow line) and a 10-minute walk from the Alameda metro (Green & Red lines).
By Bus: There are many convenient bus options 2 blocks away from us on Avenida República, with the closest stop to our store being Campo Pequeno-Av. Republica.
By Bike: If you're using the Gira public bicycles, there is a docking station right across the street (#431 - Rua do Arco Cego / Av. Magalhães Lima).
By Car: There is a paid parking lot across the street, between Rua Arco do Cego and Rua Dona Filipa de Vilhena. Street parking is also available around the neighborhood.
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