The African Studies Association unites individuals with an academic and vocational focus on Africa while offering resources and assistance to those in the Africanist network. The African Studies Association (ASA) 2023 Annual Meeting will be held in San Francisco, California from November 30 to December 2, 2023. The theme of the meeting is "African Presences: Envisioning Africa in Text and Deed." The meeting will feature a variety of sessions on topics such as: The latest advances in African Studies research Current issues and challenges facing Africa African diaspora communities and cultures African arts, literature, and music And more The meeting will also feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. In addition, there will be an exhibit hall where attendees can learn about the latest products and services from industry partners. The ASA Annual Meeting is a valuable opportunity for African Studies scholars, practitioners, and enthusiasts to come together and share their knowledge and research. The meeting also helps to promote the awareness and understanding of Africa among other scholars and the public. Here are some specific topics that may be covered in sessions at the ASA 2023 Annual Meeting: African politics and governance African economics and development African history and culture African literature and the arts African diaspora communities and cultures African health and well-being African education and technology African environmental and climate change And more The ASA 2023 Annual Meeting is expected to attract over 2,000 participants from around the world. It is one of the largest and most prestigious African Studies meetings in the world. I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.