An evening of performances, exhibits, and dialogue showcasing how Emory and Spelman students use creativity to spark social change. Registration kindly requested.

Join the Arts & Social Justice Program for the annual showcase event highlighting collaborations between artists and faculty pairings featuring Atlanta artists: Aurielle Marie, Kiara Gilbert, Nabil Ahmed, and Shernā Ann Phillips (Dr. Nae) and their Emory/Spelman faculty and student counterparts over the Fall semester . Experience artist and student made artwork that address social justice issues impacting our city. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free and open to the public.

Additional Programming

In addition to course-based presentations, attendees are invited to view Repossessions at the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art and SwitchCodes #3, a collaborative performance series by T. Lang (Associate Professor and founding Chair of Dance Performance & Choreography, Spelman) and Adam Mirza (Assistant Professor of Composition, Emory). T. Lang and Adam Mirza were the inaugural ASJ faculty collaborators bridging Emory and Spelman.

Student Transportation

Complimentary rideshare transportation will be available for Emory students traveling between campus and the venue. Please indicate in your registration if you need transportation assistance.

Meeting Point: Woodruff Circle
Walk-ins are welcome as space permits. Please arrive at the designated pickup time—late arrivals may forfeit their transportation and risk missing part of the event.

Questions?

Please email us at asj@emory.edu.

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete this form.

Join us for a screening of GPB’s documentary The Art of Social Justice, followed by a talkback exploring the intersections of art, activism, and community. This 45-minute film highlights Emory’s Arts & Social Justice Fellows and their collaborations with students, showcasing how creative practices—including visual art, dance, sound design, and technology—can spark dialogue and inspire change.

Following the screening, hear from artists and program leaders as they reflect on their experiences and the transformative impact of integrating art and social justice in academic and community settings. This event is part of the Rosemary Magee Creativity Conversation Series.

This free event will take place at White Hall 110 on Emory’s campus and is open to the public, designed to engage students, educators, and anyone interested in how creativity can drive meaningful conversations and foster deeper connections across communities. Registration is kindly requested; walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

How can art spark change on campus and in the community?

This new Georgia Public Broadcasting documentary looks back at last fall’s Arts and Social Justice Program at Emory, where artist fellows Umi IMAN, Jasmine Nicole Williams, and Kacie Luaders partnered with faculty fellows Adam Mirza, T. Lang, Lydia Fort, Dr. Anna Yaffee, and Dr. Jay Shah. Together, they guided students in creating art that engages social inequities and connects deeply with Atlanta’s communities.

📺 Premieres on GPB: Monday, July 28 at 10 PM

Artistically directed by Emmy-nominated dance duo Al Taw’am, Powwows & Ciphers: A Sacred Place to Be is a groundbreaking dance expression delving into Afro-Indigeneity through the fusion of Black vernacular and Native American music and dance. This evening-length piece explores enduring issues shaping Black and Native communities, touching on themes such as Land Back, gentrification, resilience, and more. The piece features a collection of award-winning and outstanding Black, Indigenous, and Afro-Indigenous ensembles and artists, such as Lyrric Jackson Dance Company, Wontanara, Umi IMAN, Jamaal Isaac, Lashay, Butterfly Effect Dance Group, Lady Krow, and DiaSole Dance.

Join the hosts of “What’s Good Atlanta?” David Perdue and Mark Kendall, for an exclusive live podcast taping at Dad’s Garage!

Enjoy a hilarious evening featuring comedy, poetry, music, and interviews with performances from Theresa tha Songbird, Jon Goode, and David Ryan Harris. Presented with support from the Emory Arts and Social Justice Program and Emory Libraries.

RSVP HERE

Good Night, literally is what it says it is, a Good Night. Each show is carefully curated and handsomely hosted by MC and Spoken Word artist Adán Bean and Comedian David Perdue featuring incredible local music artists with world renowned talent. Each month we start with a DJ to set the mood and give you some time to settle in and grab a delicious bite to eat or one of Buteco's amazing drinks. Then your hosts set the table for your featured musician with the combination of comedic and poetic prowess.

Joining us this month is the PHENOMENAL Mayah Dyson as our musical feature. We’ve also got the STELLAR singer-songwriter Aimmé as our spotlight artist. DJ Opdiggy is DJing the party. Santiago Paramo on the boards. David & Adán hosting with the laughter and lyrics. YOU don’t want to miss this.

This month’s show is in partnership with our friends at The Arts & Social Justice Program at Emory University and ATL Collective as we highlight mental health and local civic issues.

Buteco [Grant Park]
Friday [5.16]
9pm-12am
Cost: FREE

Spoken Word | Comedy | Music
Drinks, Foods, Vibez

Hosted by Emory’s Woodruff Health Science Library and in partnership with artist Stephanie Fleming, The Say Study will open an art installation for viewing on Friday, March 28, from 7-9 pm. The opening will be preceded by an artist talk from 6-7 pm in Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Room P01. The installation will run from March to August.

More information found here.