“We initially started by hosting parties and concerts. This on its own, might not be considered a form of activism. However, we feel that recreation, existence and self care is a form of activism, especially when you’re black, because those things are usually not granted to us. In our way we’re allowing spaces for BIPOC to be themselves, to exist, to let go, express and enjoy themselves; and that for us is a form of activism that may sometimes be overlooked.”
Read More“Educate yourself. On your history, on your culture, on all the ingredients that went into creating you and the structures you inhabit. Real power lies in knowing. Before we can really get to know each other we must make a commitment towards knowing ourselves.”
Read More“Anti-Racism is a stand we all should take. It is important to point out racism in societies. We should go further when looking for a solution. More importantly, each individual should take responsibility to reflect on their role within society. I believe that we all hold a hybrid identity, especially looking at art as a great example.”
Read More“Today we salute to all folks who have to heal from the wounds caused by homophobia and racism at the same time. We see you. You are beautiful. We pray for you to be protected while you are unfolding your true colours. This video is the first part of the KIDS OF THE DIASPORA Series « Don’t Ask A Black Man How He’s Been » .” KOTD
Read More“I wish that when you are running, as a white person, a successful label or gallery and you see yourself as someone who is not racist or open, I wish that this person is more sensitive to trying to make a more diverse platform and try to support.”
Read More“Since I was a kid I imagined that only a big force from outside could bring mankind to realize that we are all passengers on a small spaceship called earth.”
Read MoreI like to think they teach me how to take life less seriously. How comfortable they are with being always half naked and badly drawn, while talking about all sorts of subjects. And how they are not ashamed of being emotional or stupid.
Read More…Again I realise it’s very complex but it’s something I've thought about a lot and really wanted to make a film based on these thoughts that was done in a playful way that could be enjoyed by all horny sex loving people.
Read More“I like to play with this ambiguous feeling between relatability and strangeness.“
Read More- Barbara Moura, Painter
“This series is entitled 'Ladies in Boredom'. Because of not being able to go to the studio I had to adapt and find other mediums to work with and found myself going back to crayons and oil sticks, and somehow really got into this combination. “
Read More- Laura Stöckler and Daniel Lichterwaldt
“…creating anything in such a time requires resilience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt.”
Read More- Tony Renaissance, Artist/ Musician
“Cultural and artistic scenes have been heavily affected by the current crisis which is resulting in the search for alternatives online that were not explored before”
Read MoreWe contacted artists who are also members of our advisory board and asked them to share how they feel now.
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