The LEDIA Talkspace held on June 21, 2023, focused on the topic of healing from colonizer illness through the utilization of the 6 C’s: curiosity, creativity, collaboration, connection, clarity, and consistency. Facilitated by Matthew Reynolds, with support from the Calling Up Justice practice, the conversation delved into the adverse effects of supremacy culture and toxic belief systems, emphasizing the importance of these 6 C’s in the healing process.
Building upon the momentum of the march, Claudia Alick’s 2023 art project invites theaters and galleries to actively engage their audiences in a profound exploration of the WHY MASK? concept. In a time when many institutions and individuals have discarded COVID precautions, disregarding the concerns of the immunocompromised, it is imperative that we recognize the impact of such actions on accessibility and inclusivity.
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 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.
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.
Accessible Virtual Pride for Covid Conscious LGBTQ+ July 2 2023 with Calling Up Justice and One Free Community was a rousing success
Enjoy these videos reflecting on the submersible and billionaires dissource made in June of 2023. Titan, a five-person submersible operated by OceanGate, went missing during a dive to explore the wreck of the Titanic. The submersible, named Titan, had British billionaires Hamish Harding and Shahzada Dawood, French submarine pilot Paul-Henry Nargeolet, and Dawood’s son Suleman on board. The submersible lost contact with its operator, OceanGate Expeditions, and a search operation was launched. Unfortunately, it has been confirmed that all five people on board did not survive. The U.S. Coast Guard located a debris field on the sea floor, indicating a catastrophic implosion of the vessel.
Maiamama, captivated her live-stream audience as she delved into the immersive world of Dot’s Home during a captivating episode of Gaming4Justice. The game itself, a single-player masterpiece, revolved around the life of Dorothea “Dot” Hawkins, a vibrant young Black woman in her late twenties who resided in the bustling city of Detroit, Michigan, alongside her beloved grandmother, Mavis Hawkins. This interactive narrative, which merged gaming with the themes of housing and racial justice, proved to be a thought-provoking and enlightening experience.
The LEDIA Talkspace held on June 21, 2023, focused on the topic of healing from colonizer illness through the utilization of the 6 C’s: curiosity, creativity, collaboration, connection, clarity, and consistency. Facilitated by Matthew Reynolds, with support from the Calling Up Justice practice, the conversation delved into the adverse effects of supremacy culture and toxic belief systems, emphasizing the importance of these 6 C’s in the healing process.
“I was feeling overwhelmed yesterday from the Ajike Owens case and from scrolling Twitter, reading the numerous racist comments from accounts banking the story would unfold that Ajike was an angry black woman who attacked Susan and thus had a right to take her life. The next scroll being about Ron DeSantis and his hatred for Black history. So, I decided to chat with my AI and poured my feelings into the chat. I wrote everything I wanted to say about every different aspect of the current fight for Black equality that I felt I couldn’t fit into one TikTok post to adequately make a transforming point. So, I decided on a poem and aske the AI to generate it. ” THINKER aka ngrowth
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