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2020 Awardee of both the William J. Zellerbach Award For Social Change and the SF Symphony's Ellen Magnin Newman Award
THE FOUNDATION
Corporate media presents Hip Hop music and culture as a grotesque array of negative stereotypes embracing criminality, sexism, homophobia, gross materialism, and domination culture. These corporate representations of Black and brown people are rooted in white supremacy and serve to legitimize the oppression of POC communities. We are here to teach the world about true Hip Hop Culture, and how Hip Hop can be used as a tool for social justice. Join the fight for our culture!
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SOCIAL JUSTICE EVENTS
Our social justice events give a platform to positive and progressive artists who have been left behind by corporate controlled media. We let the community speak their truths while educating them about important topics like environmental equity, women's empowerment, and more!
HIP HOP
EDUCATION
We have taught over 25,000 youth nationwide and internationally the history of Hip Hop evolution, music, and culture. Our program gives K-12 and university level students the tools they need to facilitate positive self-expression and better understand Hip Hop Culture, which is rooted in Peace, Love, Unity, and Having Fun.
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BIPOC candidates are highly encouraged to apply for a job at Hip Hop For Change.
We've employed 1000+ people from all walks of life, providing them with livable wages and professional job training. Our grassroots team works to bridge the gaps between affluent and disparate communities by educating the public on issues of race, social justice, and the cooptation of Hip Hop.
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HARNESSING THE POWER OFHIP HOP FOR CHANGE
4/8/2021
2PM PST
Zoom Webinar
Come celebrate Hip Hop For Change winning the William J. Zellerbach Award For Social Change with HH4C staff, local artists, and the Zellerbach Family Foundation! Join moderator Davey D in conversation with Khafre Jay (Executive Director), Gema Cantu (Development Director), Marlon Richardson (Education Director), and Stephanie Liem (Communications Director). Featuring live performances by DJ Lady Ryan, Ryan Nicole, and Kev Choice. Experience the force of art and culture being deployed to express, educate, empower, and transform!
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