Based in the heart of Brooklyn, Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation has been creating powerful connections through African dance, music, and storytelling for over two decades. Their work brings generations together, uplifts youth, and keeps cultural traditions thriving in fresh and meaningful ways. In the interview below, they share insights into their journey, recent milestones, and the passion that fuels their mission. Read on to learn more about their impact and what’s ahead.
Read MoreSuvi is a Stockholm-based artist with roots in both Finland and Sweden. Her path into songwriting began through a mix of schoolwork, early writing, and encouragement from a fellow musician. After a five-year break, she returns with “Undress My Heart,” a track that marks a shift toward a more stripped-down sound. In this interview, Suvi talks about her creative process, activism, and how motherhood and community have shaped her recent work and future direction.
Read MoreIn true NYC fashion, the program of NYFW told a story of adaptability, a sense of intentional change fueled by creators and storytellers that is beyond what is “on-trend.” Piece by piece and show by show, NYFW of September 2020 demonstrated the fashion industry’s potential to tell a powerful story through the collective modes of words, visuals, and action. What happened in this year’s digital programming is a reflection of several aspects of the beloved “City of Dreams” and how both individuals and communities are dreaming and enacting a better future through pertinent conversations and inspiring messages.
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