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Arizona photographer chases storms to capture nature and honor homeland

The hurricane had brought us a day so magnificent it felt apocalyptic. As the huge, ominous storms poured down on the cholla cactus and the mountains, we saw funnels building and dropping, downbursts of fierce rain, lightning bolts striking. Our cameras never stopped clicking.
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Takeya Meggett's son snacks on some of the bounty of his mother's Edisto Island crops

Woman trades Jersey City for Edisto Island, reclaims African ancestry

As I began to reconnect with my ancestors, I felt such reverence. Soon, I began growing foods from West Africa like okra, benne sesame seeds, and corn. Growing these foods help me connect with those who went before.
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of some of her work at the opening event of the Cultural Fusion art exhibition

Salvadoran-Palestinian artist showcases work in cross-cultural art exhibition

My career has never been about money, popularity, or recognition, but about passion. I want to show others that thinking outside the box is something that society should not only allow, but encourage.
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Libardo Queragama lives Bogotá National Park in a camp full of fellow displaced indigenous peoples, pursuing his music career whenever he can

Displaced in Bogotá, singer-songwriter pursues musical dreams

I finance my music through any extra made through selling handicrafts, and hard work in the fields when I have to. I have taken up a machete and a hoe, and I have also been a coffee picker. I do whatever it takes to pursue my dream.
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José García Antonio at work

Craftsman, artist loses sight and learns to transform clay by touch alone

Now the sense guiding my creations is touch. When I hold the clay and feel its texture, humidity, and strength, it inspires me. I materialize everything in my mind and bring those memories to life through my work. It’s a beautiful experience.
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'Earth effects," by Alejandra Mizrahi, chosen for inclusion in Argentina's national heritage art collection. Iron structure with threaded rod, fabric dyed with natural dyes, embroidery, felt and lace

Female artist sees work featured in Argentina’s National Palace of Arts

Annual 8M Visual Arts Acquisition Awards seek to increase gender diversity of national cultural heritage and public art collections
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Students of the KIT Inclusive Theater in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan hold an open-air rehearsal

Inclusive theater in Kazakhstan breaks down social prejudices

Energy, tenderness, and joy united in the performances, reflecting the atmosphere and aesthetic of our theater. Every time the students danced, I saw a little glint light up their eyes. The energy of that glint grew into a bright flame of passion that spread among the hall that day.
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Peter Juliá discussing his animated series "Run Nuki!" It was the production team's first face-to-face meeting due to COVID-19

‘Run Nuki!’ is born: Finding inspiration to tell a new story during a pandemic

At first, my insecurity awakened many questions and doubts. But by our second short, I felt in control of my vision. Whether it’s judged as good or bad, it’s mine. I take responsibility for this creation we put out into the world.
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Mike Wamaya leads a dance class at Project Elimu. Hundreds of students have passed through his doors, learning life and social skills in addition to dance

Kenyan man combats poverty and hopelessness with dance

I teach possibilities. Dreaming is possible, and I let children dream in my class. Hundreds of children have passed through this dance program. They’ve learned much more than just steps; they’re dancing their way out of hopelessness. 
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Sourou's next goal is competing in the 2022 World Tango Championship

One man is on a mission to bring tango to Africa

As I researched tango, I discovered a much more intense emotional connection than I had known until then. I realized that tango is much more than knowledge of a well-executed technique. I think it has to do with the connection of souls through time, and that it can happen in any corner of the world with people from different cultures.
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Aida Diouf Mbengue uses Tiktok to dispel assumptions about her religion and her veil

Meet the Afro-Italian influencer fighting stereotypes with Tiktok videos

My first video for Tiktok in 2019 was just a silly sketch, filmed by my sister. But it went viral, gaining 900,000 views in three days. I realized then I could use my talent on social media as a force for change. 
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Gabriel with his son Pablo, doing what they love best: creating music together

Music bridges gap between father and autistic son in Argentina

I started putting music to the words that Pablo typed out. The result was beautiful songs. Comfort and relief flooded my heart, now that I knew we had a way of understanding each other. Every moment we were together, the music never ceased.
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