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Arts and culture initiative for BIPOC  artists and creatives

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Advancing bipoc arts 

The Future Is Black is a dynamic platform that catalyzes artistic expression, community building, and the celebration of Afro-futurism. This movement is not just about artistic endeavors; it's a vibrant community that challenges societal norms and encourages individuals to embrace their true selves authentically. Through a variety of events and experiences, Future Is Black aims to co-create an ecosystem that supports artists and fosters a sense of belonging.

mission & Vision

Support Bipoc Artists
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The Future Is Black is dedicated to providing a platform for artists to thrive, express themselves, and contribute to the Afro-futuristic movement.

Build art Community
 

The movement fosters a community that rejects societal norms, embraces authenticity, and encourages individuals to express themselves freely.

Curate Diverse Events and Experiences
 

Throughout the calendar year, The Future Is Black curates events focused on Joy, Healing, Remembering, Critical Thought, and Connectivity, providing diverse experiences for its community.

EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS

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culture experiences

Dinners: Intimate gatherings to foster connections and discussions around culture, art, and the future.

 

Parties: Energetic and vibrant celebrations where individuals can let loose and express themselves.

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Festivals: Large-scale events that showcase a fusion of art, music, and cultural elements.

Social experiences

Socials: Unique social experiences that encourage networking and building relationships within the community.

art exhibitions

Art Exhibitions: Showcasing the work of talented artists, exploring themes related to Afro-futurism.


Pop-Up Shows: Surprise and temporary art installations, bringing art to unexpected places.

the creative fellowship

The Creative Fellowship is an 8-month incubator/accelerator experience designed to amplify opportunities for diverse local emerging creatives. Through monthly community design labs, it focuses on skill development, capacity building, and networking, employing participatory engagement and human-centered design approaches.

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featured artists

The Future is Black highlights creatives who are imagining and creating the future on their terms through the lens of Afro-futurism.

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