MISSION
I am an artist, abolitionist, and writer. It's my mission to invite all of us to grow towards abolition through intergenerational healing work that centers love and collective care. My creative practice is building a world that promotes and protects human dignity and joy through Black art and creativity. I am invested in the redistribution of resources to promote collective care.
Author
In this handbook, I offer twelve steps on how to practice abolition in your everyday life. Abolition isn't just about dismantling harmful systems, but how we treat each other and how we interact with the world as individuals. I truly believe that applying these steps to our own lives will help us build the world we deserve: one that is rooted in dignity and collective care. Join me on this abolitionist journey!
I have been called a “terrorist,” and “a threat to America,” but I believe that sharing personal stories can lead to imperative change. This book is more than just my personal journey, but a reflection on humanity. I recall what it was like to grow up under state violence and how it brought me to the work I do today. I invite you to a deeper look at how protest in the interest of the most vulnerable comes from love.
This adaption of my memoir for young adults includes exclusive photos and journal entries from my past. My hope is that the young adult edition of When They Call You a Terrorist inspires a new generation of activists to organize, mobilize, and fight for their future. The abolitionist future we all deserve.
VISION
A world that honors our ability to transform
through modes of care, joy and not punishment.
Artist/Producer
ACTION
We must do ALL that we can to
secure an abolitionist future
for our families and our communities.
Our survival depends on it.
Organizer
LIBERATION
I was trained within a Black Radical Tradition
that encouraged struggle within our own movement
because it sharpens collective analysis – bringing us
closer to the tools we need to achieve liberation.
Educator
Events
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Los Angeles
Thursday | 1/27/22
CAAM +
LA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Thank you to all who attended!
Boston
Monday | 1/31/22
BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY + BOSTON’S MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY
Thank you to all who attended!
New York
Wednesday | 2/2/22
NEW YORK
PUBLIC LIBRARY
Thank you to all who attended!
Atlanta
Friday | 2/4/22
SPELMAN AND MOREHOUSE
Thank you to all who attended!
San Francisco
Thursday | 3/3/22
Virtual
MOTHER JONES
SPEAKER SERIES
Thank you to all who attended!