This is What Freedom Looks Like: A Juneteenth Photo Essay
Photos by Azella Gardens. This past Sunday, Philly held its annual Juneteenth parade in West Philly.
Philly’s African Drum Tradition as Resistance and Ritual
African drum and dance are the heart of Black Music Philadelphia – from ‘tangin’ at block parties to the drum circles at Malcolm X Park. They are acts of memory and resistance, carrying the spirit of the ancestors into the present and the future. African drumming is one of humanity’s oldest technologies. It has been a tool of communication, healing, and ceremony for tens of thousands of years. Rhythms from Mali, Ghana, Senegal, and beyond endured in the forced crossings of the Middle Passage.
The Magic Window: A Children’s Book, A Mother’s Love
Discover the enchanting world of “Princess Nylah and the Journey to the Magic Window” by Susan C. Small, a heartfelt children’s book that celebrates diversity, African spiritualism, and the magic within. From stageplay to book, Small’s empowering journey unfolds with intentional imagery and messaging, leaving a lasting impact on readers. Open the Magic Window and find your own magic!
Indigenous Education: Exploring the history beneath our feet
By Kim Russell
Much Indigenous history is hidden in plain sight. However, with the guidance of a Guale (pronounced wah-LAY) tribe member, Tavis Sanders, we pull back and uplift the historical roots of this land.
Conscious Brainwashing: A conversation with ‘Grand Agent’ about the roots and power of Hip Hop
The power of their voices has become recognized by the commanders of corporations and the wolves of Wall Street for their ability to galvanize the youth.
