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Aziza Robinson-Goodnight an avid artist, activist, entrepreneur and community organizer, Aziza is a woman committed to shaping, reenergizing and creating systemic, sustainable changes in her native Boston and beyond. According to Aziza, communities need artists and could not survive without a creative perspective. “Creative individuals ar

Aziza Robinson-Goodnight an avid artist, activist, entrepreneur and community organizer, Aziza is a woman committed to shaping, reenergizing and creating systemic, sustainable changes in her native Boston and beyond. According to Aziza, communities need artists and could not survive without a creative perspective. “Creative individuals are the essence of a thriving community. It always takes the artist to see the beauty and endless possibilities of a neighborhood.”

Hailing from Boston, Amenyonah remains resolute in her commitment to fostering equity, employing housing development as a vehicle to establish enduring stability for homeowners and reinvest in her community. Demonstrating her dedication to continuous improvement, Amenyonah enrolled as a graduate student at the Massachusetts Institute of T

Hailing from Boston, Amenyonah remains resolute in her commitment to fostering equity, employing housing development as a vehicle to establish enduring stability for homeowners and reinvest in her community. Demonstrating her dedication to continuous improvement, Amenyonah enrolled as a graduate student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to study Urban Planning. Her intention is to assimilate this newfound knowledge into a model that pioneers affordable development, thereby empowering homeowners to build wealth through innovative affordable housing initiatives.

Warrior and Healer. Tender and unbreakable. Destiny "Divine" J Polk, whose name means "That which has been firmly established, God has answered, Dance", is an afro-indigenous, choreographer and producer, multi-disciplinary artist, poet, fashion designer, community organizer/space holder, art-educator and founder of art-activist platform R

Warrior and Healer. Tender and unbreakable. Destiny "Divine" J Polk, whose name means "That which has been firmly established, God has answered, Dance", is an afro-indigenous, choreographer and producer, multi-disciplinary artist, poet, fashion designer, community organizer/space holder, art-educator and founder of art-activist platform Radical Black Girl. Destiny’s work is concerned about speaking truth to a country that attempts to rewrite its own history while having actively tried to suppress African and Native American history and culture. Born and raised in Boston, Destiny is a world traveling, celebrated artist who has written and produced short films, performed on many stages and collaborated with world renown artists and has reached hundreds of thousands of people through her impact in arts and social movements. 

Jaypix Belmer is a non binary Indigenous person of color, who works in photography & design capturing the “visual soul of their subjects''. Born and raised in Boston, Jaypix photographs and engages with communities of color, LGBTQ communities, and other historically or currently excluded or disenfranchised communities in Greater Boston. J

Jaypix Belmer is a non binary Indigenous person of color, who works in photography & design capturing the “visual soul of their subjects''. Born and raised in Boston, Jaypix photographs and engages with communities of color, LGBTQ communities, and other historically or currently excluded or disenfranchised communities in Greater Boston. Jaypix’s professional style combines innovative design and artistically bold portraits that shine a light on individuals, enabling confidence towards the pursuit of their own vision. Being able to capture a feeling rather than a moment is a unique aesthetic evident throughout their work. Jaypix has an extreme commitment to storytelling. Through dialogue Jaypix establishes a strong relationship with the people they photograph, which results in creative image-making. Jaypix brings awareness to public spaces and institutional complexes to generate conversations about community and unconsidered people and places in our everyday lives. When not assisting people with transformation, Jaypix works on local and national commercial projects based around anthropology, amplifying the artist identity & honoring environmental assets through archiving and exhibition to build vibrant livable neighborhoods. Founder of Pixworx Studio that provides a space for creative transformation and iconic celebrations.

Kalamu Kieta, a Black artist born in 1980 in Roxbury, MA, grew up in a close-knit family of nine siblings, instilling in him a strong sense of community and spirituality. His passion lies in improving Boston's neighborhoods and imparting knowledge to future generations.

Kalamu is a versatile artist with expertise in detailed drawings, pain

Kalamu Kieta, a Black artist born in 1980 in Roxbury, MA, grew up in a close-knit family of nine siblings, instilling in him a strong sense of community and spirituality. His passion lies in improving Boston's neighborhoods and imparting knowledge to future generations.

Kalamu is a versatile artist with expertise in detailed drawings, paintings, sculptures, wood carvings, installations, and mixed media. His art aims to captivate viewers, inviting them into an ongoing equilibrium that reflects the ebb and flow of daily life. Each piece carries a poetic significance, illuminating the human experience and its moments of clarity.

His drawings stand out for their meticulous finish and tactile quality, showcasing his remarkable craftsmanship. He views art as a craft that demands unwavering attention to detail and technique.

Challenging conventional notions of reality, Kalamu delves into sign processes and communication, infusing his works with diverse meanings. Assemblages collide, and language transforms into visual imagery, blurring the boundaries of space and time.

Through his unique storytelling style, Kalamu transforms violence into alluring pictorial narratives. His art entices viewers, drawing them deeper into each piece. Rather than offering an idealized perspective, his works explore the interplay of light and environment, resulting in captivating colors and tones.

Damaris Calderon or Mars for short, is a Boston-born Creative, Curator and Arts administrator who cares deeply for arts advocacy, black liberation, and building a thriving community for the next generations to come. She began her passion for community engagement and organizing during her years at Umass Boston as a student of Professor Dr.

Damaris Calderon or Mars for short, is a Boston-born Creative, Curator and Arts administrator who cares deeply for arts advocacy, black liberation, and building a thriving community for the next generations to come. She began her passion for community engagement and organizing during her years at Umass Boston as a student of Professor Dr.Tony Van Deer Meer and Aminah Pilgrim within the Africana Studies Department. There she quickly realized the power of the arts as a means of educating the greater public as well as providing access to the experiences of black people worldwide. In 2017, she completed her first independent seminar as a research project based on her time in Cuba eventually creating a short film called "The Afro Guantanamo Project''. This film was accompanied by her essay examining the influences of Santeria practices in Afrocentric Cuban culture & ideologies, she went on to present her film at the Black Communities Conference in Durham, North Carolina shortly after. This was a pivotal time in her life to truly understand the need to document black culture whether in the states or overseas. Mars continued to create and work in the art world as a cultural producer & curator. She strives to amplify and uplift the efforts of all dedicated to the accurate representation of black folks, hoping to creatively collaborate in building an ecosystem that is sustainable and conducive for our people to live their best lives. She currently is the Manager of Community Engagement at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum leading free, inclusive, artful experiences for all the community to enjoy.

"As a Creative Visionary, I possess a wealth of experience in community development, fueled by a profound love for both people and the land. My focus is on nurturing the art of growing food and fostering meaningful connections, all while dedicated to implementing sustainable solutions.

In the digital realm, I enjoy curating websites and so

"As a Creative Visionary, I possess a wealth of experience in community development, fueled by a profound love for both people and the land. My focus is on nurturing the art of growing food and fostering meaningful connections, all while dedicated to implementing sustainable solutions.

In the digital realm, I enjoy curating websites and social media content that resonate. Behind the scenes, I've Created and Co-crafted noteworthy initiatives, from the acclaimed Frederick Douglass Peace Park to the thriving Urban Farming Institute.

I am the individual who seamlessly integrates a passion for food with a decade of experience in urban farming and community development. My expertise spans program development, administration, and finance, leaving a lasting impact across both public and private sectors.”

Harison Clark is a Massachusetts born Student, Artist and patient advocate whose passions and will to change the world pushes his interests to the point of renaissance in how we imagine our everyday lives and industries. In addition to his academic aspirations Harison is a Model and Recording artist with a new project set to drop this yea

Harison Clark is a Massachusetts born Student, Artist and patient advocate whose passions and will to change the world pushes his interests to the point of renaissance in how we imagine our everyday lives and industries. In addition to his academic aspirations Harison is a Model and Recording artist with a new project set to drop this year. Originally working as a PCA for his close friend with DMD Harison furthered his knowledge in Patient access to healthcare and the intricacies in drug development; Inspired and freshly enlightened Harison brings his expertise to the advocacy for community health redress utilizing restorative and racial justice models in his Family's non-profit The Mary J Harris Foundation that focuses on specifically addressing health equity. As a Student at UMASS Boston Harison is undertaking a B.S in Biology and has let his love and passion for the life sciences lead him to new horizons as he developed the monicker “Let's put the life back in Life Sciences'' highlighting in so many ways the seeming regularites of life actually affect our biology. Having served as Corporate Affairs intern for two summers at Sarepta Therapeutics Harison has a plethora of connections and know-how in navigating biotech and pharma at large.