Claudia Alick, Author at Calling Up Justice!

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The Opposite of Digital Violence is Digital Compersion

The internet has the potential to be an extraordinary space for connection, growth, and creativity. Yet, for many users, particularly those from marginalized communities, digital

Sick Woman Theory

The Sick Woman Theory, developed by Johanna Hedva, is a framework that challenges the traditional notions of activism and societal value. It argues that the

The Milokan vèvè symbols are a display of intricate complexity. They don’t represent a solitary spirit, but a congregation of deities. During Vodou rituals, initiates can call upon multiple spirits simultaneously through the use of Milokan. These vèvè are true works of art, embodying the mastery of their creators.

Istwa A Two Long Table Read

A digital cold reading of the afrofuturist devised dance music theater piece from SkyRiver Speaks and directed by Claudia Alick. “Istwa A Two Long Table

Ghostlight Project 2025

On January 19, 2017, at 5:30 p.m. in each time zone across the country, members of the theater community – from Broadway to regional theaters

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Giving Tuesday 2024

Happy Giving Tuesday! This global day of generosity highlights the power of collective action to make a difference. For us at Calling Up Justice, it’s

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Why You Need to Join Followers Forever

Reclaiming Our Digital Power: Why You Need to Join Followers Forever In an era of escalating tyranny, oppression, and misinformation, our online spaces have become

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All My Pretty Fictions

I Left Neither my Bed Nor my Room Calling Up Justice friend of the practice Terri Lynne Hudson is featuring an exciting multimedia piece in

Reparations in Action

a special message from Maiamama Every day, Black communities carry the weight of a history we didn’t create but are still forced to endure. As

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The Spirit of Thanksgiving

Terrifying Thanksgiving Tales The Spirit of Thanksgiving By Claudia Alick When I was six, I had a revelation during Thanksgiving. The holiday, I realized, was

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Black Friday Backrooms

Terrifying Thanksgiving Tales Black Friday Backrooms Sam hated her job at MegaMart, the sprawling fluorescent labyrinth of consumerism that devoured her nights and weekends. Tonight

Author: Claudia Alick