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Celebrating Malcom X’s Centennial Birthday
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This May we honor the centennial birth of El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz — also known as Malcolm X — whose voice, vision, and vigilance continue to shape the rhythm of our resistance. A century after his birth, his legacy burns bright in the work of artists who speak truth to power and reimagine freedom daily. This month's national programming echoes his lifelong commitment to self-determination, cultural pride, and collective liberation, offering space to study, celebrate, and build the future he dreamed of. By any means necessary,
Ashara, Christian, Ietef, Marcella, NiQueen, Sam, and Zandashe
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Pull up for the AfroPortals Summer Series
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Peep Oakland Mayor-Elect Barbara Lee with AAFR Climate Justice Artist in Residence Ietef Vita at our AfroPortals Project Space & Archive and join us for this Summer Pop-Up Series on select Saturdays at Liberation Park in East Oakland! Step into the Gold Portal to engage in real-time global conversations on art, music, and liberation, and experience powerful new work by visionary artists in the Cosmos Portal. Each activation offers a chance to witness creativity as connection, community, and catalyst. |
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The Culture is the Cure: Artist Talk with Ashara Ekundayo | May 15th 5:30-6:30PM @ Indigo Arts Alliance, Portland, ME As part of Indigo’s May Mentorship Residency, Ashara will share reflections on the intersections of spiritual practice, creative expression, and community connection, offering insight into how joy, ritual, and memory-making shape her work as a curator, archivist, and cultural worker. Gather, listen, and witness the ways art continues to be a tool for healing, liberation, and survival. |
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Be Seen: The Genius and Gaze of Black Creatives, Opening Reception | May 15th from 6-9pm @ The African American Art & Culture Complex, San Francisco A portrait photography exhibition documenting Black Bay Area artists and creative entrepreneurs across public and outdoor spaces. Be Seen creates a visual archive that centers Black creatives in nature and art. Curated by AAFR Studio Assistant Marcella Sánchez. REGISTER! |
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Reel to Roll: Detroit’s Legacy, Movie Nite & Fireside Chat | May 16th 7:30-10:30pm @ Norwest Gallery, Detroit Our community partners at Sarovyn’s Roller Skate Detroit are screening “8 WHEEL AND SOME SOUL BROTHER MUSIC” (dir. Tyrone D. Dixon), a vibrant documentary celebrating Detroit’s Black roller skate culture, followed by a fireside chat that rolls deeper into memory, movement, and music. |
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This Heavenly Body: Closing Reception| May 26th 12-5 PM @ Norwest Gallery, Detroit Join us for the closing reception of Seed Lynn’s “This Heavenly Body” exhibition, curated by Ashara Ekundayo. Enjoy this last chance to catch the show at the Norwest Gallery in Detroit, with DJ DUane Powell and special guests. Cohosted by Urban Organic, Diaspora Detroit, and Artist as First Responder. |
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Mens Wellness Fellowship | Tuesday, May 27th in Oakland 6:30-8:30pm @ The Black Panther Party Museum Save the Date! Join Mens Wellness Fellowship this month for a special community wellness fellowship experience especially for Men Of Color. This is an open invitation for Fathers, Brothers, Uncles, & Sons. All-Ages and Everybody Welcome. Hosted by AAFR Creative Economies Manager Christian Walker and Karega Bailey. |
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Sustain our creative first responders.
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Please indicate that your donation is for Artist as First Responder
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