Claudia Alick, Author at Calling Up Justice!

Portrait of Johanna Hedva. Photograph by Pamila Payne. Styled by Rhi Jade.

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

Calling Up Justice presented this digital cold reading of. “Istwa A Two Long Table Read,” the afrofuturist devised dance music theater piece from SkyRiver Speaks

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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 multimedia piece December 12 2024. Her 3Arts

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