Join us for an intimate table read of Smile, Roxy! on Thursday, May 14th at 6:00 pm. A short rom-com about two Black lesbians navigating love, their bodies, and motherhood in a world not built for them—inspired by the writer-director, Ama Anane’s (@amagoodinfluence ) real journey.
Here’s what to expect:
- 15-minute live table read + 60-minute open discussion.
- Share your thoughts & help shape the script with Ama.
- Refreshments will be provided. 🍿
Spots are limited and first-come, first-served—email [email protected] to RSVP.
(me trying to get Olivia Rodrigo tix) - Even if you can’t get the tix, you can definitely get the shirt I’m wearing to support abortion access - NYAAF.org/love
Theatre can do more than entertain. It can change how we see each other. Swipe to learn more and read the whole study at the link in our bio. 💜 #AutismAcceptanceMonth
Thank you NYC! @theebonycanal was experienced in one of the most iconic theaters in New York City, the @ifccenter and the energy in that room was nothing short of powerful.
Gratitude to @levelforward for curating such an intentional and impactful Movies & Movements event in honor of Black Maternal Health Week. The panel featured industry icons,
@AndreaAmbam@Lady_whitehead@_iiritu_@ReginaDavisMoss that followed was filled with truth, insight, and a shared commitment to pushing this conversation forward.
A special salute to @aftershockdoc ‘s @Tonyalewislee and the many icons, advocates, and leaders like @pizelt@itsseanc@catmac29@iamksealsallers who showed up, poured in, and reminded us why this work matters. Be a vessel.
Join Pregnancy Justice and Level Forward for a discussion of pregnancy and motherhood with leading experts Khiara M. Bridges and Lourdes A. Rivera 🍼🤰🏽
Plus, experience a sneak peak of MOTHER JUSTICE – a new narrative short film series with truth-telling fiction honoring Black Motherhood 🎬 💙
Thursday, May 7, 2026
7–8:30 PM
Central Library, Dweck Center
Learn More!
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In honor of Black Maternity Week, I made this post after attending Movies and Movements on Motherhood hosted by AMC x @levelforward .
Thank you to @midorablenyc for inviting me!!
The conversation were inspired by the films screened earlier in the day, including You Are Not Alone by @glamruss —which highlights maternal mortality in the Bronx—and Aftershock, directed by @tonyalewislee , showing the lives and families impacted after preventable maternal deaths.
To all the mothers, especially black moms: your voice matters. Trust it, and never hesitate to speak up when something doesn’t feel right.
And you don’t have to be pregnant nor expecting to show care, advocacy, and support. It takes a community to protect and uplift maternal health.
Join us for "Building Maternal Futures," a celebration of reproductive justice and motherhood with law professor and author Khiara M. Bridges, doctor and author Mary Fariba Afsari, and Pregnancy Justice President Lourdes A. Rivera.
RSVP: bit.ly/maternal-futures
