Art has always been a force for political education and transformation. From the Mexican Muralists to the protest songs that fueled the Civil Rights Movement—art has been a vehicle for teaching history, building solidarity, and sharpening political clarity.
The Action Lab’s arts and culture programming builds on this rich history of artists, creatives, and culture-makers who have helped expand our capacity to imagine a world of freedom and justice for all. We are dedicated to building a joyful, courageous and resilient social change community, and catalyzing cultural work that focuses on community engagement, civic practice, and social justice.
Film Series
Through curated screenings and conversations, we elevate underrepresented storytellers and create space for truth-telling, critical analysis, and shared vision.
Artists in Action
Artists in Action is a creative residency and fellowship that brings artists and organizers together to advance justice through art.
Belafonte Fellowship
The Belafonte Fellowship supports artists who use their creative work to advance justice, building on the legacy of The Action Lab’s co-founder, Harry Belafonte.
Liberation Summer
Liberation Summer is an annual series celebrating the power of hip-hop, photography, and culture as tools for justice, community action and joy.
International Indigenous Hip-Hop Fest 2025
2025 Artists in Action Fellowship Reflections
The Border Is a Story
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Sembrando Resistencia
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Sanger Hall Salsa Night
Hip Hop Summer Camp
Latin American Foto Festival 2025
Join The Action Lab
Be part of the movement. Join The Action Lab’s network of artists, organizers, and community leaders working to create lasting change. Sign up to get updates, event invitations, and opportunities to take action.
