Tacoma Pride 2023
Event Report: Maiamama went to Tacoma Pride and had a wonderful time seeing people throughout her community. She was loving the ASL on the Drag
Author: Claudia Alick
Star Trek and Calling Up Justice
As part of Calling Up Justice’s practice we reflect on widely distributed cultural productions to facilitate media literacy and explore larger ideas of social justice. Star Trek’s combination of a utopian future, allegorical storytelling, diverse representation, social commentary, and ethical exploration make it an excellent vehicle for discussing social justice. It invites viewers to envision a better future while critically examining the present and contemplating the changes necessary to achieve social equality and justice.
Trek Flights
Trek Flights was inspired by a wine flight. A Wine Flight is a selection of wine presented in a row for tasting. Often, this involves placing a few wine glasses with different types of white wine or red wine types on a special board for serving. 4-6 wines are typically in a flight. We started developing the concept under the banner of Trek Table and Calling Up Justice published these videos on tiktok.
Finding Fulfillment in the Accessible Mundane
In a world consumed by imaginary utopias and the pursuit of perfection, it is crucial to recognize the value of the accessible mundane. Perfection is a myth propagated by Supremacy Culture, fostering unrealistic expectations. Instead, we should embrace imperfection and engage in the day-to-day creative work of meeting our needs in messy, imperfect ways that align with our capabilities.
Flash Friday Talk
Calling Up Justice producers Claudia Alick and Maiamama produced Flash Fridat to CW’s the Flash, Supergirl, Black Lightning, Batwoman, and the entire Arrowverse. We covered Barry, Iris, Joe West, Wally and all the other characters we loved. This was a super fun spicy conversation about race, gender, disability and Copaganda.
Strike Performances
Calling Up Justice, stands in unwavering support of the power of strikes
What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?
To celebrate the Fourth of July, organize a group reading of Frederick Douglass’ speech “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” Start by selecting a suitable venue and time, then gather participants interested in discussing the historical significance of the speech. Distribute copies of the speech or share electronic versions. Assign reading roles and have participants take turns reading aloud. After the reading, facilitate a discussion to explore the speech’s impact and relevance today. Encourage participants to share their thoughts on challenging traditional views of the Fourth of July and applying the speech’s lessons to current social issues. Conclude with personal reflections and, optionally, provide refreshments for socializing and further conversations. Through this group reading, deepen understanding of American history and foster meaningful dialogue.
Transforming Corporate Ghostlands
AI Experiment: Calling Up Justice looked at contemporary stories of commercial real estate and created prompts that encourage the machine to dream of a better future. Text generated by Chat GPT. Image generated by Dalle from this prompt-“Generate an image of a vibrant cityscape where repurposed office buildings have been transformed into creative community spaces. The scene takes place on a sunny day, bustling with activity. The focal point is a building adorned with colorful murals and open windows, revealing people collaborating inside. Other repurposed structures surround it, featuring greenery cascading from balconies and rooftops. Capture the diverse community engaged in conversations, idea exchange, and activities like a farmers market, street performances, and interactive installations. Portray a vivid sense of positivity, creativity, and the transformative potential of repurposing abandoned spaces.”
Accessible Virtual Pride 2023
Accessible Virtual Pride for Covid Conscious LGBTQ+ July 2 2023 with Calling Up Justice and One Free Community was a rousing success