Howl For Change

In our sixth episode, multicultural social impact fashion designer Ammar Belal explores the power of visual storytelling to shift global identities in design and his vision to explore the harmony between Fashion, Critical Awareness, and Social Entrepreneurship, which manifests in his company ONE432; a socially conscious indigenous shoemaking brand. Howl’s Alicia Coleman guides the discussion where Ammar shares about his experience as the first individual from South Asia/Middle East region to...

In our fifth episode, trailblazing entrepreneur Arlan Hamilton explores the power of story to catalyze change and shift narratives in Silicon Valley with her venture capital firm Backstage Capital, helping minimize funding disparities in tech by investing in high-potential founders who are people of color, women, and/or LGBT. Howl’s Jacques Thelemaque guides the discussion where Arlan shares about pivotal moments, failures, and successes in her journey to transform the world of business.

In our fourth episode, Kiran Gandhi, AKA, “Madame Gandhi,” shares her journey with us as an independent musician and activist in today’s fourth wave feminist context and addresses the value of individuals being brave enough to share their stories and its potential impact. Through her art, public speaking, and activism, Gandhi’s commitment to women’s rights allows her to make music that matters and inspires others to own their voices, to not be afraid, and to be brave.

In our third episode, we speak with the Director of Community Affairs at AFROPUNK, Manushka Magloire about social narratives, carving out spaces for oneself, and building and mobilizing a community around passion points. Through her work with AFROPUNK and the AFROPUNK ARMY, Manushka is able to help provide a platform and space for black and brown people, marginalized communities, as well as for those who are differently abled to “push and agitate and disrupt, and ravel and rouse, and fuck...

In our second episode, we speak with Disability Lifestyle Influencer, Lauren "Lolo" Spencer from Sitting Pretty Lolo about storytelling, her YouTube Channel, her new film, and being a disability advocate. We interviewed the Give Me Liberty actress at Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. Lolo's goal is to share an honest perspective of her experiences living with a disability. She is an inspiration to everyone, not just those with disabilities. Watch the YouTube episode on...

In our first episode, we speak with Māori filmmaker Heperi Mita about his documentary Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen, with which he revives his mother’s spirit years after her death. Having an abundance of resources, Hepi Mita rummages through archival footage of his mother and interviews his older siblings to discover Merata’s story and to understand her journey as a Māori filmmaker, social activist, and mother. Merata Mita was the first indigenous female and Māori filmmaker to...