Birmingham Times: Birmingham Councilor Crystal Smitherman: Empower Black Artists to Tell Their Stories

It would be impossible to calculate the massive impact that Black culture has made on the world – from art, to dance, to music to fashion and so on.

The arts serve as a mirror reflecting the diversity of human experiences, yet historically, Black artists have been marginalized and their stories neglected. This inequity not only diminishes the richness of our cultural influences but also perpetuates systemic injustices. It is imperative that we confront this issue head-on and actively support programs that uplift historically underserved communities.