Empowerment Ave News

From inStudio to the National Stage

EA's Returning Filmmaker Fellow JJ “88” wins an Emmy, + 3 new stories

Jun 11

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May 2026

inStudio is Open!

26 pieces sold, EA writers received 13 Stillwater Awards, + 10 new stories

May 11

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April 2026

From Team Retreat to BIG Screen + Galaxy Gives

Emeryville Film Festival, 11 new stories, 2 Upcoming Events + 2 Major announcements

Apr 4

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February 2026

A Home for Liberation

After three years of dreaming, the Visual Arts for Liberation Program now has a dedicated gallery space in Oakland.

Feb 27

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January 2026

We’re Mapping Time, Together

Eight new stories, a magazine cover, and a new year of reflecting on time, transformation, and artists creating connection beyond the walls.

Jan 28

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December 2025

The Cost of Truth-telling

As we close out the year, we honor Demetrius Buckley, an award-winning writer whose humanity and courage inspires us all.

Dec 23, 2025

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Honoring Our Artists and Our Roots

Celebrating the writers and artists who remind us of the power of liberation and truth-telling.

Dec 9, 2025

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November 2025

New Flick Series

Welcome Joshua to the EA Team & 5 New Stories

Nov 6, 2025

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October 2025

EA Team is Growing to Meet the Moment

Welcoming our new Writing for Liberation and Operations leads.

Oct 2, 2025

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September 2025

Lights, Cameras, Advocacy

Check out the The Solitary Confinement Issue + 19 New Stories

Sep 12, 2025

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August 2025

Posters for the Movement

15 New Protest Posters, 14 New Stories, and 3 New Podcast Episodes

Aug 1, 2025

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July 2025