For My Sisters
Embracing self-acceptance and love, and through a continuous process of healing and unlearning internalized misogyny, this series, "For My Sisters," stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of Black women. Inspired by the powerful words of Malcolm X, who identified the Black woman as the "most disrespected person in America," the work directly confronts the multifaceted challenges faced by Black women. This includes the alarming reality that Black women in the UK are disproportionately at risk during pregnancy and childbirth, facing significantly higher rates of maternal mortality compared to their white counterparts.
Originally displayed in Brixton and Peckham in 2021, and later as part of the BlackOutdoorArt series in Bristol and Leeds, including an exhibition at the Young V&A, the billboards boldly declare "Protect Black Women," "Pay Black Women," and "Promote Black Women." These calls to action highlight not only the critical need for improved maternal healthcare outcomes but also the stark realities of underpayment and underpromotion faced by Black women in the workplace, as well as the minuscule levels of venture capital funding they receive.
Now available as fine art prints, this series serves as a potent reminder – both for the artist and her sisters – of their inherent dignity, profound worthiness, and the importance of being cherished and protected across all aspects of their lives, including their reproductive health. The vibrant and direct messaging cuts through societal neglect, offering a visual affirmation of the strength, value, and the urgent need for equitable treatment and care for Black women.
Embracing self-acceptance and love, and through a continuous process of healing and unlearning internalized misogyny, this series, "For My Sisters," stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of Black women. Inspired by the powerful words of Malcolm X, who identified the Black woman as the "most disrespected person in America," the work directly confronts the multifaceted challenges faced by Black women. This includes the alarming reality that Black women in the UK are disproportionately at risk during pregnancy and childbirth, facing significantly higher rates of maternal mortality compared to their white counterparts.
Originally displayed in Brixton and Peckham in 2021, and later as part of the BlackOutdoorArt series in Bristol and Leeds, including an exhibition at the Young V&A, the billboards boldly declare "Protect Black Women," "Pay Black Women," and "Promote Black Women." These calls to action highlight not only the critical need for improved maternal healthcare outcomes but also the stark realities of underpayment and underpromotion faced by Black women in the workplace, as well as the minuscule levels of venture capital funding they receive.
Now available as fine art prints, this series serves as a potent reminder – both for the artist and her sisters – of their inherent dignity, profound worthiness, and the importance of being cherished and protected across all aspects of their lives, including their reproductive health. The vibrant and direct messaging cuts through societal neglect, offering a visual affirmation of the strength, value, and the urgent need for equitable treatment and care for Black women.
Embracing self-acceptance and love, and through a continuous process of healing and unlearning internalized misogyny, this series, "For My Sisters," stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of Black women. Inspired by the powerful words of Malcolm X, who identified the Black woman as the "most disrespected person in America," the work directly confronts the multifaceted challenges faced by Black women. This includes the alarming reality that Black women in the UK are disproportionately at risk during pregnancy and childbirth, facing significantly higher rates of maternal mortality compared to their white counterparts.
Originally displayed in Brixton and Peckham in 2021, and later as part of the BlackOutdoorArt series in Bristol and Leeds, including an exhibition at the Young V&A, the billboards boldly declare "Protect Black Women," "Pay Black Women," and "Promote Black Women." These calls to action highlight not only the critical need for improved maternal healthcare outcomes but also the stark realities of underpayment and underpromotion faced by Black women in the workplace, as well as the minuscule levels of venture capital funding they receive.
Now available as fine art prints, this series serves as a potent reminder – both for the artist and her sisters – of their inherent dignity, profound worthiness, and the importance of being cherished and protected across all aspects of their lives, including their reproductive health. The vibrant and direct messaging cuts through societal neglect, offering a visual affirmation of the strength, value, and the urgent need for equitable treatment and care for Black women.