Re-imagining liberation through creativity: an oral interview w/ Mercedes
Hometown: Boston, MA
Mercedes, also known as Merci, is a Community Curator, Artist and Executive Director and Founder of PrideXtended, Inc., a nonprofit organization which centers the wellbeing and security of Black LGBTQ+ people, with heightened urgency on Black trans folks. By way of her efforts with her own organization and an array of personal creative endeavors and community partnerships, Mercedes tangibly supports the communities she's part of. |
Credit: Jeremias Lima
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1.How has your personal experiences as a Black woman and fellow creative influence the mission and vision of Pride Extended? (start at 0:11)
2.Can you discuss the importance of intersectionality in your work and how it shapes the programs and initiatives of Pride Extended? (start at 0:53)
3.What role does self-care play for you as the founder and executive director of this
organization? (start at 1:36)
4.How can individuals best support the mission of Pride Extended and contribute to its success? (start at 2:12)
5.When you think about the word community what comes to mind? (start at 2:51)
6.When you think about the word community what comes to mind? (start at 3:23)
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7.What does freedom and liberation look like for Black LGBTQIA+ folks in your opinion?(start at 3:53)
A space for and by Black femmes