INITIATIVES, EXPERIENCES, AND OPPORTUNITIES

Digital Underground Story Telling for You(th)

Starting in the basement of the Prescott Community Center in West Oakland, Michael James started the DUSTY after school program to bridge the digital divide for youth in the community.

AfroComicCon

Interactive comic convention blending art, tech, gaming, cosplay, fashion, writing, film, AR/VR, and more. It features panels with industry professionals, showcases underrepresented artists, and promotes Afrofuturism and cultural representation.

AfroComicCon International Film Festival

A showcase of innovative filmmaking from talented filmmakers, content creators, and screenwriters. Featuring contemporary and interactive works of visual art showcasing films that reflect a number of genres including horror, science-fiction, comic book, animation, superhero, and fantasy.

Revolution: Anthology

A powerful visual art and comic anthology by youth and adult creators, inspired by the legendary Gil Scott-Heron. This vibrant collection is a visual exploration of revolution in all its forms—from social justice to inner transformation. This is a manifesto for the illustrated (r)evolution.

AfroComicCon Kitchen

Coming Soon.

Workforce & Arts Integration

Partnerships with organizations like the Young Women’s Freedom Center to combine storytelling workshops with workforce development, including podcasting, design, event production, and creative industries.

Learning Through Laughter

Adult and senior literacy programs, family technology literacy, and comedy / storytelling workshops.

AfroComicCon Cookbook

Coming Soon.